Director of Technology Design
Salas O'Brien
Lead design of telecom, AV, and security systems for building projects
16 days ago ago
$130,000 - $150,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,850 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Process & Manufacturing
Civil
Aviation & Transportation
Building Science
District Systems
Decarbonization & Geothermal
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
Structural
Role
What you would be doing
data collection
client interaction
design review
revit modeling
quality control
complex analysis
- Coordinate or perform field work to gather data and materials.
- Front-facing to clients. Perform client and project needs assessments, determine and discuss potential solutions, and ensure satisfactory customer service. Also, attend project meetings to present design concepts and make adjustments to meet client requirements.
- Prepare and present technical and program information to team members, management, and clients in a clear and logical manner.
- Complete design tasks by detailing the scope of work, conducting the analysis, inspecting the site, reviewing the requirements to assure the quality of the assigned task.
- Perform research to support project tasks
- Review project requirements and specifications and confer with other disciplines and managers to determine assistance required in plan preparation, evaluation of project conditions, design changes and reports.
- Oversee in the design effort on large and small projects
- Develop new approaches to solve problems identified during project/production activities.
- Review shop drawings and submittals, answer RFI’s and perform site visits as needed during the construction phase.
- Review and interpret data to prepare complex analyses and reports
- Maintain a working knowledge of government, military and industry design criteria and standards.
- Perform quality control procedures such as reviewing project deliverables prior to client submissions also performing an internal technical review of other engineer’s designs.
- Perform complex analysis, calculations, design, evaluation and inspection for a specific area of technical expertise which includes Telecommunications, Audio/Visual, and Electronic Security Systems to support project objectives.
- Assist with preparing design fees for project manager or contractors as required as part of proposal or RFP process.
- Edit and review technical specifications and prepare a written narrative as part of the project deliverables.
- Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to complete construction drawings. Also, use Revit as an engineering tool to design the electronic communication systems including device and equipment layouts, schedules, details, riser diagrams, etc.
- Create a good line of communication with both internal and external customers.
What you bring
rcdd
tia
bs engineering
structured cabling
audio visual
10+ years
- Familiarity with government, client, and industry local codes, regulations, and standards governing design and construction projects
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deliverable deadlines
- Extensive knowledge of TIA standards
- Must be a US Citizen and have a valid driver’s license
- Ability to train, mentor and supervise junior designers
- Effective visual/verbal communication skills are essential. Candidate should possess a proficient understanding of interrelationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and constructors.
- OSP, PSP, CTS-D and/or DCDC Certifications are preferred but not required
- RCDD certification is required
- BS in Engineering preferred, but not required
- Must be able to travel to project meetings, interface with clients, and speak confidently about telecommunications and special systems design.
- Ability to be self-motivated and to research and troubleshoot problems as they arise
- Complete work in efficient and accurate manner
- 10+ years of experience with the following systems: Voice/Data structured cabling systems, Audio/Visual presentation and conferencing systems, wireless systems including Wi-Fi, public safety distribution systems, access control, intrusion detection and video surveillance systems
- Solid organizational and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail
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Company
Overview
$20 billion
Annual Construction Value
Generates $20 billion in annual construction value across 17,300+ projects each year.
95 offices
Global Presence
Expanded to over 95 offices delivering high-impact, complex projects worldwide.
#9
MEP Giants Ranking
Recognized as #9 in the MEP Giants ranking among top design firms.
25 firms
Acquisitions
Acquired over 25 firms since 2019 to bolster sector reach.
- Firm has grown through strategic mergers and innovation in engineering and technical consulting.
- Excels in designing built environments through MEP, structural, civil—and in energy via renewables, decarbonization, and resiliency.
- Stacks process design and integration expertise to serve pharmaceutical, food & beverage, utilities, and industrial clients.
- Offers advanced solutions including litigation support, digital twins, envelope testing, and automation controls.
- Work spans commercial, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, campuses, critical environments, and large infrastructure projects.
- Impacted nearly a billion square feet of building space annually and prides itself on seamless delivery—one design, one team.
- Recognize that we are all owners with direct influence on the success of our company.
- Do what is right, setting the standard for performance, integrity, and professionalism.
- Provide positive energy, passion, and commitment to everything we do.
- Embrace positive change and challenge the status quo.
- Encourage the growth of our owners through training and opportunities for leadership.
- Ensure the continuity of the firm through succession planning.
- Contribute meaningfully to our communities.
- Be open, direct, positive, and respectful to everyone.
- Promote teamwork through commitment and trust.
- Constructively communicate intentions and expectations.
- Have fun together.
- Recognize and reward accomplishments.
- Manage performance fairly and consistently.
- Attract and retain outstanding employee owners.
- Set and achieve ambitious goals.
- Be accountable for our actions.
- Properly plan and execute all projects to ensure a reasonable profit.
- Achieve life cycle cost savings for clients through resource conservation and sustainable design.
- Tailor designs to each project, balancing project cost, maintenance, and performance.
- Continuously improve our delivery to customers.
- Serve each client as though they’re our only client.
- Maintain a financially healthy firm.
- Capitalize on opportunities to strengthen the firm.
100% Offset
Operational Energy
In-house services offset 100% of operational energy through design.
~238,000 Homes
Solar Array Power
Engineered one of North America’s largest DoD solar arrays.
800k Metric Tons
GHG Savings
Annual emissions avoided by solar array.
800 Panels
PV System
Flagship Walgreens store features an 800-panel PV system.
- In‑house net zero architecture targets: offset 100% of operational energy through design services.
- Delivered flagship zero‑energy Walgreens store with geothermal, LED/daylight controls, LEED Platinum, Green Globes, Living Building Challenge, ASHRAE Technology Award.
- Support clients with climate‑related master planning (e.g., Princeton’s 180‑building conversion to low‑temp hot water system toward net zero by 2046).
- Designed CHP system for pharma plant aiming carbon neutrality by 2025 and carbon‑negative by 2030.
- Execute energy audits, resource‑efficiency plans, decarbonization consulting, energy modeling, lifecycle cost analysis, district energy systems, microgrids, geothermal/renewables.
- Firm offers full net‑zero and sustainability consulting services including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, SITES, Parksmart, Living Building Challenge.
- Publicly announced net zero service offerings; no stated corporate net zero target date.
- Fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment as part of its ESG model.
- Employee‑owner model: attracts and retains outstanding employee owners through fair performance management and recognition.
- Leadership is committed to building a broader talent pool representing a wider spectrum of backgrounds and experiences.
- No gender‑specific workforce statistics are available in public materials.
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