[Hiring] ICT Designer II @DLB Associates

Role Description

The ICT Designer II will have the opportunity to work with senior design staff to advance their ICT design skills for commercial building design and construction. They will learn, through hands-on application, how to design a wide variety of low voltage projects. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, assist in project specifications, and assist in the construction administration process.

The ICT Designer II will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Essential Functions

• Assist in Production of Low Voltage System (ICT, Security, A/V) Engineering Deliverables (75%)
• Support the production of BIM / CAD deliverables including Revit models and AutoCAD drawings to meet the design requirements of the project.
• Perform intermediate design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision.
• Provide project delivery support to the project team, including electronic document and BIM model management as required to facilitate project submissions and completion of deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with other technical trade leads (MEP, BAS, EPMS, ICT) to ensure multi-discipline coordination.
• Successfully complete assigned BIM / CAD production work within the budget and deadlines as outlined by the project team.
• Assist in Pre-Construction Activities (10%)
• Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings.
• Collect data and other information for construction documents.
• Prepare project design and construction documents.
• Basic editing and writing of project specifications.
• Assist in Construction Activities (15%)
• Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team.
• Review shop drawings and submittals.
• Review and respond to RFIs.
• Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents.
• Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log.
• Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget.
• Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of networking (copper and fiber optic) systems, cabling, and components.
• Knowledge of Audio Visual (AV), Access Control and CCTV systems and components.
• Skilled at using AutoCAD, Revit Computer Aided Design tools.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information).
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace.
• Ability to work in interdepartmental groups.

Physical Demands

• Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools.
• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position.
• Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces.
• Frequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment.
• On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment.
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Education / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's or associate degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR minimum of three years of experience producing construction documents using Revit and / or AutoCAD with a focus on low voltage design.
• Plus one year of additional experience producing construction documents using Revit and / or AutoCAD with a focus on low voltage design.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option).
• Flex spending accounts (FSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.