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Stantec

Audiovisual Designer

Stantec, Seattle, WA


Audiovisual Designer - ( 2400031S )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an Audiovisual Designer specializing in the design of audiovisual systems in Workplace, Broadcast, Healthcare, Hospitality, Civic, Government, Command and Controland Education markets with strong Revit skills. The Project Designer applies technical skills and knowledge to manage key project deliverables that meet project requirements and exceed client expectations.

Your Responsibilities

Project Involvement - approximately 92% of time.
  • Applies technical skills and design documentation processes to produce accurate and timely deliverables.
  • Designs technology systems for the built environment, including pathway drawings, Audiovisual plan drawings, systems single line drawings and technical specifications. Technology systems include but are not limited to:
    • DvLED Systems
    • AVoIP Systems
    • Broadcast Systems
    • Performance Audio Systems
    • Voice Lift Systems
    • Audio, Video, Web Based Conferencing Systems
    • Program Audio Systems
    • Video Projection
    • Control Systems
    • Command and Control AV Systems
    • Paging Systems
    • IP and CATV Systems
  • Handles design development and document preparation in written and computer-aided design formats.
  • Collaborates with project managers as part of a coordinated design team.
  • Effectively delegates work to production support staff as needed.
  • Under the direction of the project manager, supports project requirements including opinions-of-probable-costs estimates, drawing documentation and systems design.
  • Develops efficient and accurate solutions to design problems.
  • Researches, prepares, and presents coordinated design options.
  • Reviews drawings, researches codes and standards issues to comply with city, state, county, and federal regulations.
  • Communicates with manufacturers and contractors to address challenges and develop practical designs.
  • Provides contract documents that meet required codes and quality assurance standards.

Learning/Maintaining and Expanding Technical Skills - approximately 5% of time.
  • Develops knowledge of technologies, trends and the markets in which we work as they apply to the applicable project types, and continually strengthens skills.
  • Proactively pursues additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in house and external training.

Meetings, initiatives, and projects - approximately 3% of time.
  • Attends in-house project meetings and potentially out of office client meetings.
  • Actively participates in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support Business Center and company goals.
  • Assists in development and maintenance of drawing standards and specifications.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Familiarity with audiovisual and network design considerations. Familiarity with wireless, access control, CCTV, nurse call and CATV design considerations are advantageous.
  • Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software; in particular, Revit MEP. AutoCAD MEP is a plus. Strong working knowledge of BIM; in particular, Revit MEP preferred.
  • Ability to prepare detailed design drawings with supervision.
  • Ability to integrate design elements with architectural, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.
  • Knowledge of electrical systems for the built environment.
  • Basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ANSI/TIA, AVIXA, and BICSI best practices.
  • Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to structure concepts and ideas into deliverables.
  • Ability to demonstrate a credible and trustworthy presence through professionalism and demeanor.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare and present accurate, professionally written reports and recommendations.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Additional valuable but not required qualifications:
  • Knowledge of specialty calculations.
  • Familiarity with and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.
  • Experience with BlueBeam, Microsoft Teams and Zoom

Experience, Education, and Certification:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field (Audio Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Theater Arts, etc.) and 5 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • CTS-D certification strongly desired. In addition, CTS, CCNA, PSP, PMP, and other technology certifications are advantages.

Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):

Salary Range(s):
  • $88,000 - $127,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO and HI
  • $94,400 - 136,900.00 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in WA and DC
  • CA Other Areas $94,400 - CA Other Areas $136,900 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC)

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
  • Washington state employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked except for Seattle employees who accrue sick leave in accordance with the city's paid sick leave law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-California-Los Angeles

Other Locations : United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Arizona-Chandler

Organization : BC-2048 Buildings-US Northwest

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 12, 2024, 8:30:34 AM

Req ID: 2400031S

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans