Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant

Job Description

WSP is seeking an experienced Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant specializing in Structured Cabling, Electronic Security Systems, or Audiovisual design to join our Building Technology Systems team in the Northeast Region. Locations include New York, NY;
Newark, NJ;
Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA
. This role will support and collaborate closely with Lead Consultants and project teams in the design, coordination, and construction administration of building technology systems across a wide range of projects.

Our team supports the design and integration of future-ready building technology systems. We work on high-quality, high-profile, local, national, and international projects. You will actively participate in the complete project cycle, from the design phase through the final construction close-out. Project verticals include, but are not limited to: financial services, healthcare, corporate, residential, stadium and large venue, mission critical/data center, education and government/federal.

This is a hybrid role. The successful candidate must be able to commute to a regional office approximately 1-2 days a week. In-office presence will be determined by business, project, and client needs.

Ability and willingness to travel as required to support client, project, and business needs.

• Develop and coordinate designs for Structured Cabling, Electronic Security, or Audiovisual systems, including telecommunications infrastructure, pathways, spaces, and associated technology system components.
• Contribute as part of a larger team to deliver projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI Specifications).
• Coordinate and participate in project meetings with clients, project stakeholders, and design teams, both locally and nationally.
• Review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs using industry standard digital platforms (Procore, Newforma, ACC, etc.).
• Perform site surveys, field observations, and prepare reports documenting existing conditions, construction progress, and project compliance.
• Coordinate the integration of building technology systems with other building systems.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level professionals.
• Support business development and client relationship activities through participation in proposals, presentations, and client engagements as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience designing building technology systems.
• 5 - 7+ years of experience designing Structured Cabling, Electronic Security, Audiovisual, or other building technology systems within the AEC consulting, engineering, or technology infrastructure industry.
• Ability to work independently on small to medium-sized projects and support lead consultants on larger, more complex assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned tasks and deliverables while meeting project schedules, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and design skills in Structured Cabling, Electronic Security Systems, Audiovisual Systems.
• Capable of supporting construction administration activities, including field observations, site quality reviews, contractor coordination, and participation in construction progress meetings.
• Understanding of local and national codes and industry standards (IBC, NFPA, BICSI, ANSI/EIA/TIA, AVIXA, ADA) related to the design and operation of Structured…