ICT Design Lead

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Information, Communications and Technology Designer or Engineer to lead the ICT team for our Stantec Buildings Government Services team.  As a member of the Communications Systems Team, ICT Designer/Engineer will provide expertise and leadership to advance the designs for technically complex projects. Communications Systems include telecommunications, electronic security, audiovisual systems, Technical Security Systems, and related technologies. They will coordinate with other Discipline Leads, Engineers, Architects, BIM/CAD/REVIT staff, as well as other Consultants to develop construction documents.  They will act as a consultant, supporting contractors, clients, owners, and other stakeholders throughout the project phases.  The vertical market focus has priority for federal government but also large private sector enterprises such as mission critical.  However, this position could be assigned to support the team on higher education, healthcare, civic & state government, corporate/commercial, and hospitality.

Your Key Responsibilities   

• Manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Collect project requirements and coordinate design with the project team as well as collaborate to deliver fully coordinated construction documents.
• Participate in all phases of the project from concept through construction completion.
• Advance the design and develop documentation (drawings, specifications, narratives, reports, cut sheets, calculations, etc.).
• Attend meetings and present design packages to clients.
• Perform site visits for surveys, progress inspections, and final punch lists as required by project timelines.
• Empower ICT team to succeed and establish metrics for accountability for project requirements.
• Cross level ICT team to maintain positive utilization.
• Follow and enforce quality management process; review project deliverables before submitting.
• Help provide request for proposal review and provide input on level of effort to complete for proposal development.
• Other duties as necessary.

Your Capabilities and Credentials 

• Familiarity of relevant industry standards and best practices.
• Experienced with the A/E delivery process.
• Ability to accurately interpret design/construction documents (Civil, Structural, MEP, Architectural, Technology).
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and time constraints.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Must have proven results in time management and organizational skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Experience with the following technology: Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel), AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks and other software packages as required to deliver.
• This position will require you to submit to and successfully pass the requirements for a security clearance.

Education and Experience 

• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) is required.
• PSP or CSP Certification is beneficial but not required.
• 10 plus years of experience in the design of Communications Systems and a thorough understanding of communications systems design.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is beneficial but not required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license beneficial but not required.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting.  The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation,