Cable and Security Systems Consultant

Job Description

As a Consultant, you will act as the ultimate client advocate, leading the strategic design, coordination, and construction administration of complex IT infrastructure and physical security systems. This role demands a unique blend of deep technical engineering knowledge, masterful project management, and the consultative polish required to interface with C‑suite stakeholders, architects, and general contractors.

• Design comprehensive IT infrastructure solutions, with a heavy emphasis on structured cabling (multi‑mode/single‑mode fiber, copper, outside plant), technology room layouts, and mission‑critical facility design.
• Engineer robust physical security architectures, including IP video surveillance, cloud and enterprise access control, and visitor management systems.
• Incorporate exact physical requirements into master blueprints, detailing structural support needs, cabling pathways, power/grounding specs, building standards, and strict code compliance.
• Maintain a strong general working knowledge of enterprise network hardware, system architecture, and digital media delivery technologies to ensure seamless system integration

• Serve as the primary trusted advisor and technology advocate for the client, driving alignment between client stakeholders and external project teams (Architects, MEP Engineers, General Contractors).
• Develop, mature, and expand long‑term relationships with project team partners and industry networks to drive collaborative success.

• Lead the construction administration phase: actively participate in Owner‑Architect‑Contractor (OAC) meetings, execute rigorous site visits, and author precise field observation reports.
• Partner closely with General Contractors and low‑voltage installation vendors to guarantee all systems meet performance, cost, schedule, and warranty benchmarks.
• Oversee final systems commissioning, client training, administrative hand‑off, and formal owner acceptance to deliver exceptional client satisfaction.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree and/or 10+ years of dedicated technology consulting and field experience.
• Track Record: Minimum of 10 years of experience specifically in an IT and Security design, consulting, or technical Project Management role.

• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) is highly preferred (or a proven track record of 10+ years of high‑level infrastructure design).
• Industry credentials are a major plus:
  CTS (Certified Technology Specialist),
  PSP (Physical Security Professional),
  PMP (Project Management Professional), or LEED accreditation.
• Experience with Wi‑Fi design and predictive modeling software is a significant plus.