Building Technology Systems - Assistant Vice President (Structured Cabling)
$143,600–$196,000 year
HybridNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Lead technical excellence and project delivery for Structured Cabling systems across financial services, healthcare, and mission-critical portfolios. Provide design guidance, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and manage scope, budget, and schedule to ensure successful project close-outs. Lead design discussions with clients to document requirements, review submittals and RFIs, and oversee construction documents and site surveys. Develop business development strategies, draft proposals, and cultivate trusted advisor relationships to identify new opportunities and support client retention. Mentor staff, drive standards development, and maintain proficiency with industry trends, codes, and digital platforms like Procore and Revit.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
- 10+ years of experience designing and managing complex Structured Cabling systems within the AEC consulting industry or related technology infrastructure environments
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally based on client and business needs
- Must be able to commute to the New York, NY office approximately 1-2 days a week
- This is a hybrid role
- Highly proficient with Structured Cabling design principles, practices, processes, and associated application to projects and design team coordination
- Experience designing telecommunications infrastructure including entrance facilities, MDF/IDF spaces, backbone and horizontal cabling systems, pathways, and associated support infrastructure
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, with expertise in performing technical calculations, interpreting plans and specifications, analyzing testing and performance data, and applying Structured Cabling principles and industry standards to develop effective, compliant, and cost-efficient solutions
- Proficiency in technical writing, engineering calculations, data analysis, and design software platforms including AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office applications
- Working knowledge of Revit and BIM workflows sufficient to support project coordination and quality reviews
- Strong knowledge of local and national codes, regulations, compliance practices, record-keeping requirements, and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of telecommunications systems
- Experience coordinating with architects, MEP engineers, owners, contractors, and IT stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Extensive experience with building planning, design, and installation management, including project involvement in a variety of renovation and new design projects
- Experience planning and conducting inspections and investigations of equipment, facilities, and systems, with the ability to coordinate and direct subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to a variety of schedules to meet business and client needs
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP's Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP's health, safety, and workplace policies
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance as required for certain client projects
Desired Qualifications
- BICSI RCDD certification strongly preferred; additional industry certifications are a plus
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