Building Technicians

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This opportunity is with WSP USA Buildings, Inc., an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm. We are looking for a Building Technology Systems Consultant specializing in Telecommunications & Security systems design for our Irvine, California office. Riverside and San Diego will be considered as well. WSP works closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment.

• Provide designs for Telecommunications systems (structured cabling, telecom spaces, and pathway infrastructure) and Electronic Safety & Security systems (IP video surveillance, access control, intercom).
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated construction documents (drawings and CSI specifications).
• Complete deliverables including technical drawings in coordination with REVIT/CAD production staff.
• Participate in project meetings (local and out-of-town) with the design team and clients.
• Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs.
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
• Coordinate integration of security and telecommunications systems with other intelligent building systems (BMS, lighting control, AV, etc.).
• Understand local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of Security and Telecommunications systems.

• Possess a four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
• 3–5 years’ experience actively designing high‑end Security and Telecommunications systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry.
• Integrator or specialty consultant experience would also be considered.
• Design experience for Security and Telecommunications systems for buildings’ projects of various types and sizes (Healthcare, Commercial office, Hospitality, Science and Technology, High‑rise Residential, Mission Critical).
• Design experience related to Audiovisual, DAS and/or Data Network/Wi‑Fi/Telephony is a plus but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to clients.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Experience working directly with clients including architects and building owners.
• Industry certification (ASIS CPP, BICSI RCDD, AVIXA CTS/D, Cisco CCNA, etc.) is a plus although not required.

• Revit experience desired.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. Benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $91,100 - $115,00. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.