Senior Technology Designer | Naperville, IL

** Senior Technology Designer | Naperville, IL
*** 100% Employee-Owned
· Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
* IMEG is hiring a Senior Technology Designer in Naperville, IL to lead and manage moderate to complex low-voltage technology projects, including engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of ICT systems in buildings. The role supports larger, high-complexity initiatives and collaborates with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, technical solutions, and client guidance.  You will manage project budgets, mentor team members, and work cross-functionally to meet project objectives and client expectations.

The team supports education, institutional, and MEP markets with communications, security, and AV systems.  
** At a Glance
***
* Location:

** Naperville or Chicago, IL
** Discipline:
** Technology
* * Markets:
** Education;
Institutional; MEP
** Ownership:
** 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
** Travel:
** Up to 50%
*
* Work Schedule:

** Full-time hybrid
** Sponsorship:
** Not available  
** What You'll Do
**** Technical Path
*** Lead design efforts for IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems.
* Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
* Perform site assessments and prepare detailed analysis and technical reports.
* Gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.
* Conduct in-process design reviews and implement quality control processes for low-voltage building-system designs.
* Provide technical training, mentoring, and field-issue support with limited support from senior staff.
* Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
* Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with low-voltage technology systems.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
* Participate in project interviews and presentations.
** OR
* *** Project Management Path
*** Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects ranging in size and complexity.
* Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, fee calculations, proposal generation, and contract reviews.
* Create project schedules with targets for milestones and deadlines.
* Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients.
* Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
* Ensure designs follow owner standards, requirements, IMEG standards, code requirements, and quality control processes.
* Coordinate project scheduling, lead progress meetings, and provide meeting documentation through design and construction.
* Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested.
* Resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain appropriate approvals.
* Train, mentor, and motivate staff.
* Build, maintain, and develop client relationships.  
** What You'll Bring
** Candidates may qualify through either the Technical Path or Project Management Path below.

** Technical Path*
* ** Required

Skills and Abilities

*
* * Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications  
** Project Management Path*
* ** Required

Skills and Abilities

*
* * Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
* Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline  
** Required for Both Paths*
* ** Education and Experience
** Qualifications (one of the following):
** Option A*
* * Bachelor…