Cable and Security Systems Consultant

Job Description

As a Consultant, you will act as the ultimate client advocate, leading the strategic design, coordination, and construction administration of complex IT infrastructure and physical security systems. This role demands a unique blend of deep technical engineering knowledge, masterful project management, and the consultative polish required to interface with C-suite stakeholders, architects, and general contractors.

1. Technology Design & Engineering

• Design comprehensive IT infrastructure solutions, with a heavy emphasis on structured cabling (multi-mode/single-mode fiber, copper, outside plant), technology room layouts, and mission-critical facility design.

• Engineer robust physical security architectures, including IP video surveillance, cloud and enterprise access control, and visitor management systems.

• Incorporate exact physical requirements into master blueprints, detailing structural support needs, cabling pathways, power/grounding specs, building standards, and strict code compliance.

• Maintain a strong general working knowledge of enterprise network hardware, system architecture, and digital media delivery technologies to ensure seamless system integration

2. Client Advocacy & Project Coordination

• Serve as the primary trusted advisor and technology advocate for the client, driving alignment between client stakeholders and external project teams (Architects, MEP Engineers, General Contractors).

• Develop, mature, and expand long-term relationships with project team partners and industry networks to drive collaborative success.

3. Construction Administration & Commissioning

• Lead the construction administration phase: actively participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, execute rigorous site visits, and author precise field observation reports.

• Partner closely with General Contractors and low-voltage installation vendors to guarantee all systems meet performance, cost, schedule, and warranty benchmarks.

• Oversee final systems commissioning, client training, administrative hand-off, and formal owner acceptance to deliver exceptional client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and/or 10+ years of dedicated technology consulting and field experience.

• Track Record: Minimum of 10 years of experience specifically in an IT and Security design, consulting, or technical Project Management role.

Certifications & Technical Proficiencies

• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) is highly preferred (or a proven track record of 10+ years of high-level infrastructure design).

• Industry credentials are a major plus: CTS (Certified Technology Specialist), PSP (Physical Security Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional), or LEED accreditation.

• Experience with Wi-Fi design and predictive modeling software is a significant plus.