Project Designer

Overview

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Project Designer to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will design, engineer and document installed physical security and life safety solutions with moderate to higher levels of complexity according to project requirements. Proactively communicate with colleagues, vendors, consultants and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Identify cost effective solutions that meet customer requirements within the project schedule.

As a Project Designer, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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• Provide design or drawing assistance for projects during the development and as-built stages of the engineered drawings. Work on projects with varying levels of complexity including the moderately complex design projects. Obtain electronic plans from engineers/architects/owners. Obtain design drawings from sprinkler and mechanical contractors. Create engineered drawings (AutoCAD, etc.). Prepare record drawings and O&M manuals according to project requirements.
• Work from rough sketches, schematics, and verbal instructions. Utilize and maintain Convergint project design, documentation and submittal standards. Ensure adherence to industry standards and codes as required. Support and maintain Convergint design standards. This position will require the ability to apply intermediate and advanced drafting techniques and knowledge of practical, electrical and fabrication problems.
• Review scope, defined product specification, application and electrical requirements for code compliance and AHJ Requirements. Work assignments vary and may be moderate and/or more complex in scope.
• Participate in internal design review meetings as coordinated by the Project Managers. Participate in project turnover meetings with both sales and project team. Provide project team with all documentation, programming graphics, etc. according to Convergint standards and project requirements.
• Prepare and procure all project material purchases.
• Obtain project design information as required from vendors, insurance carriers, owners, consultants and AHJ as required. Obtain and facilitate all project permits.
• Communicate all design progress, committed completion dates, design scope revisions, and associated costs to the Project Managers. Discuss all anticipated overtime requirements with the Project Managers.
• Perform change-order work only with formal authorization to proceed. Assist the project team with change-order pricing.
• Participate in initial site surveys and/or walkthroughs.
• Prepare submittal packages according to project requirements or Convergint standards. Revise submittals as required to gain approval.
• Provide operational support for the sales phase of projects when needed.
• Work may include providing training and work direction for other designers.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

• Excellent Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Customer Focus – Maintaining awareness of and seeking to meet the needs and wants of the customer.
• Initiative – Engages in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities of improvement.
• Analytical Thinking – Logically breaks down problems and looks for solutions.

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave

Education:

College degree, trade school or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience:

3-5 years engineering, field service or project management

Preferred Experience:

(but not required):

• Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, building automation, and/or healthcare

Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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