Audiovisual Design Consultant
On-sitePittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Contribute as a key member of the project design team by engaging in programmatic discussions with clients to determine project goals and requirements. Develop audiovisual systems recommendations and cost estimates while collaborating with CAD/BIM Staff to create high-quality construction and systems drawings. Work with Principals and AV Project Consultants to develop specifications documents, review shop drawings, and coordinate with architects, contractors, and engineers. Perform site visits to review adherence to standards and provide final system punch list visits with follow-up reports. Ensure all work is completed on-time, in-budget, and within NV5's high standards of quality. Occasional travel to client sites and navigating construction sites on foot is required.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of ten years of experience in the design and implementation of audiovisual systems
- Experience with an independent consulting firm
- Extensive knowledge in the design of audiovisual systems, including projection and displays; sound and speech reinforcement; streaming; conferencing and collaboration systems; digital signal processing, and digital signal distribution and routing; control systems
- Intimate knowledge of audiovisual architectural requirements including sightline studies; structural support requirements; cabling pathways; architectural integration of audiovisual equipment
- General knowledge of Information Technology (IT) services and digital media delivery technologies, network hardware, infrastructure and system architecture
- Excellent attention to detail and outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
- Values that include integrity, accountability and a willingness to have fun
- Works equally well as an individual contributor or team member
- Maintains a professional and positive attitude in a fast paced and occasionally high-pressure environment
- Ability to assist with business development activities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, BlueBeam and AutoCad or Revit
- All candidates must be driven to satisfy the needs of end users and have the ability to deliver high caliber end results in a timely manner while operating without direct supervision
- Some overnight travel may be required
- Navigating building construction sites on foot is required for most project assignments
- Must work from the Pittsburgh office in The Cardello Building three or four days a week
- Flexible hours
- Occasional travel to client sites is required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with an independent consulting firm a strong plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, BlueBeam and AutoCad or Revit (Revit preferred)
- PLUSES: CTS-D, CTS-I, EST-L2, CCNA or additional industry related certifications
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