AV/IT SENIOR CONSULTANT

at  Waveguide

SALARY: $125,000-$150,000/YR.

Other Forms of Compensation: 10% Bonus Potential
Founded in 1996, Waveguide LLC is an internationally renowned independent consultant in audiovisual design, information technology design, acoustics consulting, on-site technology management and workplace data analytics. Waveguide is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with regional consulting locations in Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston, Raleigh, Tampa and Portland.
Our award-winning designers and consultants create world-class communication environments that look as good as they perform. And our data analytics solutions empower facility managers with the resource insights they need to optimize building performance and our clients’ technology investment. Our trusted AV operations teams are among the most experienced and highly qualified in our industry. They are at our clients’ side to tackle the daily technical and logistical challenges of their meetings and events so they can focus on what matters most.
At Waveguide, we build relationships. Whether it’s your relationship with a client, or the relationship of a technology system to its environment, our success and the success of our clients depends on how we apply our expertise to meet our clients’ needs. Together, we help create strategic technology plans that reflect the way people live, learn and work. We help design efficient buildings and infrastructure that save dollars and make sense. And we design effective technology systems regular people can actually use. But we’re only as good as our people.
We are seeking associates who are passionate, creative thinkers and who will be tirelessly dedicated to building lasting relationships and finding innovative answers to our clients’ most challenging questions.
Within Compass Group, Waveguide is part of the Eurest family that provides dining services to local, regional and national companies across the United States. Services include operating employee dining centers, on-site catering, executive dining rooms, and other managed services.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the “job search” in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on “referral tracking.” For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, visit https://www.altogethergreat.com/careers/myreferral/.

JOB SUMMARY

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an immediate opening to join our team as a Project Consultant in our northeast regional office. While the candidate is desired to be in around the New York City Metro area, this full-time position is anticipated to be home-based, and we are entertaining candidates throughout the region.
Project consultants with a design focus lead the technical infrastructure and systems coordination assisting internal and external teams with the planning, design and procurement of technology systems for new building construction and renovation projects. Remote / home-based work is anticipated as the primary workplace assuming the candidate meets the minimum home-office requirements. Candidates must have the ability to travel periodically to attend in-person meetings and visit project sites. Overnight travel may be required to support projects and conferences located outside the candidate’s home area. Daily responsibilities will include the following:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant professional experience managing professional AV/IT projects, preferably as an independent consultant
• Four-year or higher degree in a relevant technical field (BSEE)
• AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist in Design (CTS D)
• In addition, project experience with a $2 to $5 million AV budget, experience with multi-year deployments, and international project experience is desired
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables and shift priorities as necessary
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of commercial/institutional AV technology applications and operations, including audio systems, video display technology, audio/video teleconferencing, digital signage, AV signal management and integrated control
• Understanding of commercial/institutional building design and construction, including understanding of typical building systems (i.e. HVAC, electrical, lighting, building controls, security, etc.)
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in all MS Office application
• Suitable environment for audio and video calls, 20-30% travel anticipated

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the technical support of project teams in the planning, design and procurement of technology systems for new building construction and renovation projects
• Documentation of client processes for consistent application across multiple projects within a standardized environment
• Take ownership of projects and the processes. Challenge ideas and find ways to improve work products and processes.
• Coordinate project requirements with internal and external teams
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance of project designs and deliverables
• Assist the project team with project delivery, including project set up, meeting preparation and participation, internal and cross-discipline design reviews, report writing, and general coordination
• Coordination of project AV and communications infrastructure requirements with other low voltage systems and infrastructure, including IT, telecommunications, data networking, security, and smart building controls
• Build relationships that ensure successes for both internal and external teams
• Pursue ongoing professional growth and development of technical skills
• Assist and contribute to the Waveguide community
• In addition to responsibilities as a Senior Consultant, we also anticipate that this individual will play a key role in Quality Assurance of our design service deliverables.