Associate Or Associate Principal ICT / ESS Engineer

Associate or Associate Principal ICT / ESS Engineer

We are looking for a talented and experienced Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) / Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Engineer to join our hybrid team in San Diego, Los Angeles or San Francisco!

Type of contract

Permanent

Grade

Associate, Associate Director

Area of Expertise

Building Environment

Region

US

Office / Project Location

San Diego, San Francisco, Los Angeles

Ref No

7705

The ICT / Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Engineer is responsible for all ICT and security technology design on a wide range of commercial, educational, sports, entertainment, government and infrastructure project types. This position will integrate with other ICT / security consulting team members conducting Threat, Vulnerability, Risk Assessments, as well as physical ICT and security designs and consulting, and will include advising our clients through planning, design, and construction. Engineer will be responsible for providing innovated ICT / security technology solutions through design and consulting in addition to supporting RFP/RFQ responses for obtaining new project work. Success of this position will be delivered through innovative solutions, communications, and teamwork, as well as a proactive attitude and a strong drive for excellence.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

What would you be doing?

As a key part of the team, your responsibilities will be varied, but likely to include:

• Responsible for ICT / Electronic Security System (ESS) design and consulting

• Integrate technical and operational requirements, including but not limited to ICT, Access Control (ACS), intrusion detection systems (IDS), video surveillance systems (VSS) systems, into the overall security design drawings/models

• Maintain familiarity with current and emerging ICT / ESS vendors and solutions such as access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, biometrics, barriers, door hardware, etc

• Work closely with clients and vendors to develop solutions that exceed our clients’ expectations

• Write technical reports summarizing results, recommended ICT / security solutions, risk mitigation measures, and transition to technology implementation

• Create conceptual and schematic Basis of Design (BOD) narrative reports

• Create and maintain Division 27 & 28 CSI Master format specifications

• Coordinate directly with clients, architects, construction managers and other project team members

• Work with external vendors, architects and contractors on construction administration items, RFI, Submittal and QAQC on site project reviews

• Support with proposal RFP/RFQ responses that pertain to obtaining new design work

• Support projects with additional service requests.

• Assist with resource allocation and financial forecasting on assigned projects

• Work Winning – actively identify and convert leads to projects within the framework of the group global key client marketing strategy

• Develop and maintain key client relationships under all circumstances, maximizing opportunities for repeat business

What are we looking for? 

• Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in technical/STEM discipline or equivalent work experience

• 8+ years of relevant work experience preferred

• Experience supporting DoD and/or Federal Government ICT infrastructure, including IT infrastructure and Electronic Security Systems (ACS / IDS / VSS / Biometrics) is strongly preferred

• BICSI RCDD and/or ASIS PSP certification strongly preferred

• Capable of attaining a United States Secret Security Clearance strongly preferred

• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills self-motivated and team-oriented In-depth background in ICT / security technology design and integration

• AutoCAD / Revit experience preferred

• Local vendor / client network and credibility

In return…

• Solve some of the most interesting challenges on world-class projects in collaboration with top architects

• Work within a truly multidisciplinary environment, capitalizing on Buro Happold’s extensive knowledge base in delivering award winning, environmentally conscious designs.

• Advance your career within a forward-thinking, global community of engineering professionals

• Have a positive impact on the environment through your work locally, nationally, and internationally

What we offer:

• Salary range of $105,000 to $160,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience

• Generous benefits package

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Generous PTO (4-5 weeks depending on position) in addition to 10 paid holidays

• 401k with company match

• Hybrid working & summer hours

• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees

• Global network of experts

• Learning and development opportunities

• Be a part of our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, BH Women's Network, and/or our Black at BH ERG

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday.

Apply today and be a part of our legacy.

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A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.  

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.