Technology Systems Specialist working on large-scale data center projects at Arcadis. Leading advanced technology systems design and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in Toronto.
Responsibilities
Systems design of ICT, Audio Visual, Security, Access Control, Structured Cabling solutions.
Lead ICT and structured cabling design for data center and mission critical projects from planning through detailed design and construction support.
Develop design criteria, narratives, layouts, and construction documentation for telecommunications rooms, equipment rooms, backbone distribution, horizontal cabling, pathways, and cable tray systems.
Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including BICSI, TIA, and related industry standards.
Develop written system specifications and functional system narratives in Master Format specification templates;
Work with our Revit/CAD teams to develop floor plans, elevations, system riser diagrams describing design intent and device placement;
Review design documents and provide direction on development of the engineering drawings.
Evaluate the technology equipment available in the industry for suitability of use in design solutions;
Liaise with design team including electrical, mechanical and architectural consultants, both internal and external to Arcadis to support integrated project approach;
Attend and lead design meetings with clients and design team;
Develop budgetary implementation costs;
Provide construction administration as required, including site reviews, site review reports;
Business development and maintenance of client relations including proposal support, technical approach development, and project scoping when needed.
Coordinate with and training junior team members.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of technology systems design and installation experience with large scale industrial or commercial projects with complex technology needs, preferably in the data center sector.
Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center programs.
Background in mission critical facility design beyond cabling, including coordination with security, AV, or related low voltage systems.
Experience with BIM coordination and multidisciplinary model-based design workflows.
RCDD Certification, preferably with DCDC certification as well.
Engineering/ Architectural / Construction Industry experience.
Must be highly capable with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word and Excel.
Comfortable working with remote task assignment software programs.
Familiarity and comfort in working in agile sprint-based team assignment and organizational structure.
Ability to support projects across geographic locations and time zones.
Experience working with design markup programs such as Visio, Bluebeam, CAD (AutoCAD and/or Revit).
Ability to work with remote enabling technologies such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom etc.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills in working with internal and external stakeholders and clients as well as your remote team members.
Strong organizational and prioritizing skills with the ability to take initiative.
Expertise in the following systems: Structured Cabling System Infrastructure, familiarity with network architecture, Wireless Access Points for Wi-Fi, distributed Antenna Systems (public safety DAS, cellular DAS), Technical Security Systems (CCTV/DVMS, Access Control, Perimeter Intrusion Detection), Intercommunication System, Public Address Systems, Emergency Call Systems, Audio Visual Systems, Building Management Systems (BMS).
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