Senior Systems Specialist Technology – Washington DC Metro Area

About the role

Bala Consulting Engineers is hiring an experienced building technology systems designer to work onsite in its Arlington Virginia office. The position partners with our existing enterprise technology team to develop our District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia offerings which are positioned for growth.

Responsibilities

• Design and document telecommunications systems, including: Structured cabling (copper and fiber), Equipment rooms, MDF/IDF layouts, and pathways, Backbone and horizontal distribution, Carrier demarcation and service provider coordination
• Design physical security systems, including: Electronic access control systems, Video surveillance / CCTV systems, Intercoms, intrusion detection, and related subsystems
• Coordinate with Bala’s Audiovisual team
• Develop system concepts, basis-of-design narratives, and performance criteria aligned with client IT and security standards
• Interface with clients, attend project meetings and site visits
• Develop systems budgets, scope of responsibility documents and other coordination materials
• Provide value across the Bala offices as a technical resource
• Interact with other practice groups on vertical market strategic issues
• Provide QA/QC on Technology related projects
• Assist project managers on design and documentation across all of Bala’s vertical markets (mission critical, hospitality, etc.)
• Business Development and Sales
• Assist in the cultivation of DMV area relationships
• Participate in marketing and business development meetings, attend industry events and act as an external subject matter expert
• Assist with developing DMV area clientele to increase project sales cycle possibilities
• Assist with generating leads, writing proposals, and participating in interviews and marketing presentations

Qualifications

• Industry certifications (BICSI RCDD, OSP, DCDC or similar)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering, design or management discipline or history of continuing education and certification on technology design for the built environment
• Strong people management skills
• History of thought leadership with formal writing, presentations and/or participation in standards bodies
• Minimum 10 years’ experience technology design or operations

Skills

• Proficient in the creation of Bala’s technology deliverables including drawing creation in REVIT and AutoCAD
• Maintain learning opportunities and obtain additional credentials that support Bala’s vertical market goals
• Identify areas to become a subject matter expert and develop alternative service offerings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
• Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
• Employee Referral Program