Cerami & Associates is a premier acoustic design and technology consulting company working with world-class developers and architects on their iconic projects. Cerami is now part of Trinity Consultants' global family of firms focused on environmental disciplines. We are hiring a talented Senior Associate, specializing in IT Infrastructure, to join our technology team.

Primary Role

This is a client-facing consulting role for a IT infrastructure technology professional. In this role you will be responsible for understanding the client's project needs and designing appropriate technology systems, infrastructure, and solutions to fit their project budget and schedule.

Essential Functions

• Design and document enterprise class IT infrastructure systems, LAN/WAN, wireless, DAS, PN, RTLS, etc. Design structured cabling systems to support IT, MEP, security, BAS, audiovisual and broadcast services. Design pathways and spaces including equipment room rack/cabinet layouts and elevations, conduits and cable trays, and specify infrastructure hardware. (IT Infrastructure version)
• Research products and work with manufacturers and vendors to ensure viability of the system designs
• Assess client needs and develop a basis of design and budget.
• Read architectural drawings and create systems' drawings and/or markups on supplied backgrounds.
• Provide direction to and manage the internal project team(s) to produce high quality deliverables within the project milestone dates.
• Profitably manage each project to from kickoff to completion.
• Management of and participation in AOC and A/E teams on the development of new construction and retrofit of office buildings, healthcare facilities, corporate interior space, retail, residential etc.

Client Development

• An excellent sense of business objectives of both the client and Cerami
• The ability to directly engage with our clients for long periods of time with minimal management direction or oversight necessary. Maintain client relationships and penetrate existing clients.
• Evaluate RFPs and develop proposals.
• Assist in marketing and business development processes.

Required Skills

• Must be able to communicate and present to all corporate levels, possess excellent writing, speaking and presentation skills.
• Must be a problem solver and team player that is able to work independently, productively, and with minimal supervision.
• 2+ years of Bluebeam (for markups). CAD and/or Revit experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Project.
• Be detail oriented and organized while being able to multitask and shift priorities with ease.
• Knowledge of existing and emerging technologies along with integration capabilities of systems is preferred.

Education & Experience

• College level education strongly desired.
• 5-10 years of experience in IT infrastructure technology systems design or design/build field.
• Network design experience and CAD / Revit experience is a plus.
• Background should include systems design/integration, installation, project management and systems research and development.
• Desired certifications: BICSI: RCDD, CCNA, and PMP
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong ability to summarize, communicate and track activity status.

Salary

$110,000-$140,000

Cerami offers a competitive base salary and commission/bonus plan. Benefit package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer matching, and other attractive incentives. Career development is encouraged through continuing education and participation in professional organizations.