IES Communictions | Data Center Designer | phoenix, az

Job Summary: ​T he Designer is the person who supports the sales and projects staff in developing designs and solutions for sales opportunities. The Designer acts as the project manager for design opportunities and works with other estimators to translate their design to an accurate cost estimate. The Designer will also assist in the day-to-day sales and projects activities of the Company. J ob Duties and Responsibilities:​ ​T he Designer will work with the sales team to design low-voltage solutions for IES clients.T he Designer will provide complete project design, space layouts, selection of applicable materials and define basis for assigning and estimating labor. Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.T he Designer will attend in person or virtually all required design meetings with end users or contractors. Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the translation to a cost estimate.T he Designer will interface and manage project specific CAD and BIM resources both internal and subcontracted to complete design drawing packagesT he Designer will review drawings, RFPs and other design work products for quality assurance to support IES and the client’s design standards.T he Designer will be able to develop and graphically layout a construction schedule with the end user and IES operational team input. Additionally, the Designer will work with IES scheduling resources to build project schedules as needed.T he Designer will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation. Will also confirm that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.T he Designer will follow Company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products. The Designer will work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials.T he Designer will provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per Company’s recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.T he Designer will ensure that all design work meets the customer and Company quality and safety level.T he Designer will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements per the Company’s training guidelines.T he Designer will meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within and meeting a very strict timeframe.T he Designer will have the ability to lead small groups of designers and cost estimators as needed.T he Designer will handle other responsibilities as assigned. P hysical and Mental Requirements:​ Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s). M ust promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners. M ust have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s). M ust have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements. M ust be able to travel within the United States as needed. M ust be able to learn Company and customer project management systems. M ust be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization. R egular attendance is mandatory.E ducation, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:​ ​Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.RCDD, CTS-D or other low voltage design credential strongly preferred.Low Voltage industry experience preferred.Must be able to manage multiple scopesMust have experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.Must have a minimum of five (5) years of low-voltage Design experience.Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in low voltage contracting or a related technical or construction field.Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit strongly preferred.Must meet Company minimum driving standards.Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.Must have proven ability to design, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the company’s proposed solutions utilizing the software resources provided by the Company. ​