SR. AV/IT CONSULTANT CONSTRUCTION- REMOTE

About WaveGuide

Waveguide believes in elevating the human connection. We consistently deliver communication experiences that inspire confidence by designing, deploying and operating technology solutions our clients can trust.

Founded in 1996, Waveguide LLC is an internationally renowned independent consultant in audiovisual design, information technology design, acoustics consulting, on-site technology hospitality and workplace data analytics. Waveguide is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with regional consulting locations in Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston, Raleigh, Tampa and Portland. 

Our award-winning designers and consultants create world-class communication environments that look as good as they perform. And our data analytics solutions empower facility managers with the resource insights they need to optimize building performance and our clients’ technology investment. 

Our trusted AV operations teams are among the most experienced and highly qualified in our industry. They are at our clients’ side to tackle the daily technical and logistical challenges of their meetings and events so they can focus on what matters most. 

At Waveguide, we build relationships. Whether it’s your relationship with a client, or the relationship of a technology system to its environment, our success and the success of our clients depends on how we apply our expertise to meet our clients’ needs. Together, we help create strategic technology plans that reflect the way people live, learn and work. We help design efficient buildings and infrastructure that save dollars and make sense. And we design effective technology systems regular people can actually use. But we’re only as good as our people. 

We are seeking associates who are passionate, creative thinkers and who will be tirelessly dedicated to building lasting relationships and finding innovative answers to our clients’ most challenging questions. 

Within Compass Group, Waveguide is part of the Eurest family that provides dining services to local, regional and national companies across the United States. Services include operating employee dining centers, on-site catering, executive dining rooms, and other managed services.
 

Job Summary

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an immediate opening to join our team as a Sr. Consultant - Construction. Project consultants with a construction focus lead the technical infrastructure and systems coordination assisting internal and external teams with the deployment and verification of technology systems and associated infrastructure for new building construction and renovation projects. Remote / home-based work is anticipated as the primary workplace assuming the candidate meets the minimum home-office requirements. Candidates must have the ability to travel to attend on-site meetings and visit project sites. Overnight travel may be required to support projects and conferences located outside the candidate's home area. Daily responsibilities will include the following:

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the technical oversight of project teams in the deployment and verification of technology systems and associated infrastructure for new building construction and renovation projects
• Take ownership of projects and the processes. Challenge ideas and find ways to improve work products and processes. 
• Provide technical oversight of the deployment of technology systems 
• Verify the deployment and proper functioning of technology systems at client locations and offsite staging facilities 
• Assist the project team with project delivery, including meeting preparation and participation, report writing, and general coordination
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to owner. This will typically include lists of non-compliant items identifying relevant dates and responsible parties. 
• Provide consultation and education to all levels of end users on presentation technologies including involvement with client training and initial technical support
• Build relationships that ensure successes for both internal and external teams
• Troubleshoot audiovisual and videoconferencing related technology 
• Maintain understanding of current and new technology
• Pursue ongoing professional growth and development of technical skills
• Assist and contribute to the Waveguide community
   

Job Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of relevant professional experience managing professional AV/IT projects, preferably as an independent consultant
• Four-year or higher degree in a relevant technical field (BSEE)
• AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) professional certification, CTS I preferred
• 50-80% travel anticipated (combination of local day trips and some domestic and international travel)
• In addition, project experience with a $2 to $5 million AV budget, experience with multi-year deployments, and international project experience is desired
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables and shift priorities as necessary
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of commercial low voltage technology systems, applications and operations 
• Understanding of commercial/institutional building design and construction, including understanding of typical building systems (i.e. HVAC, electrical, lighting, building controls, security, etc.)
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in all MS Office applications
• Suitable environment for audio and video calls