Project Consultant (Engineer) - Telecommunications / Security

On behalf of our client, a leading engineering consulting firm, we are seeking several Project Consultants, to add talent to its telecom and security engineering practices. Project Consultants will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the entire lifecycle of engineering projects within their respective industries. They will collaborate with clients to understand project requirements, develop strategic plans, coordinate design efforts, and ensure the successful implementation of telecommunications and security solutions. Technical examples include: Telecommunications: Service Entrance Facilities & Redundant Pathways Redundant & Scalable WAN/LAN Network Architectures Right-of-Way & Easement Coordination Building Automated Systems Infrastructure/Connectivity (HVAC, Energy & Lighting Controls Systems) WAN/LAN for Voice, Data & Video Outside Plant Underground Pathway Infrastructures & Systems Multi-faceted Broadband & Satellite Distribution Infrastructure High Density Storage Area Network Applications High Bandwidth Structured Cabling Systems Architecture Wireless LAN Design & Simulation Security: Surveillance Video Electronic Access Control & Door Hardware Intrusion Detection/Prevention Mass Notification/Emergency Communications Panic/Duress Alarming IP Networks & Transport Technologies Server & Storage Area Networks Parking Control/Point-of-Sale Command & Control Facilities Seattle, WA with occasional travel to client sites is ideal with consideration given towards remote candidates. Relocation assistance will be provided for those opting to be in Seattle. Key priorities: Marketing Manage client relationships with fortune 100 clients and/or public sector and government entities Develop & collaborate with the marketing group for content development including but not limited to project team resumes, process diagrams, project approach philosophy, specific design philosophy, project profiles, case studies and website content Collaborate & technical QC review on RFQ and RFP project opportunity responses Participate in industry topic presentations Participate and lead project team interviews Workload & Financial Manage assigned project teams workload, team organizational structure, project milestones and key task deliverables Maintain and update monthly workload forecasting summaries Lead and support fee proposal development; ensure fee consistency between client types and project types Monitor and track financial performance on projects Monitor and track the need for evaluating additional services request submission Process billing review reports (BRRs) for assigned business sectors, clients & projects Review draft invoices Manage client accounts receivable (AR) for assigned business sectors, clients & projects Establish workload design and construction task deliverable sequences and process to manage teams, train teams on time management, implement approaches to drive performance efficiencies Standards Documentation & Process Implementation Understanding of CAD, Revit and Bluebeam Specification creation from masters within Microsoft Word Cost Opinions creation from masters within Microsoft Excel Drawing development look and feel consistency by business sector, client type and project type Clear understanding of design and installation details Qualifications: Minimum 10 – 15 years in the telecom and security industry Minimum 5 years working in the construction industry; plan spec or design build Minimum 5 years of direct client contact in consulting or construction fields Minimum 5 years in developing and delivering professional presentations on program status and opportunities for improvements RCDD Certification for Telecom Role and PSP Certification for Security Role Thorough understanding of construction delivery methods (Design build, Design bid build, Negotiated contract) Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering ideal, but not required. Experience in at least two building types, i.e., Education, Retail, Commercial TI, etc. Excellent organizational and communications skills Experience managing internal and external teams within the engineering fields Experience developing detailed scopes of work and reviewing professional contracts Serve as a technical resource for others throughout the firm, providing thought leadership and subject matter expertise