[Remote] Senior Consultant, Structured Cabling
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. True North Consulting Group, a PMY company, is seeking an experienced Senior Structured Cabling Designer/Consultant to join its design and consulting team. This role involves leading the design and documentation of structured cabling systems for new construction and renovation projects, collaborating closely with architects and clients, and producing high-quality construction documentation and specifications.
Responsibilities
- Lead meetings with project stakeholders and architects to define structured cabling and telecommunication scope, acting as a trusted advisor and driving design decisions
- Prepare written reports and deliver presentations to clients and leadership, including cost-effective recommendations and strategic insights
- Develop programmatic narratives for design team and stakeholder alignment
- Produce and oversee construction documentation, including symbol schedules, plan sheets, conduit layouts, raceway risers, and cable tray details
- Design MDF/IDF room layouts and coordinate power and cooling requirements with MEP engineers
- Create functional and schematic diagrams, patch panel layouts, grounding and demarcation details
- Utilize Revit to model structured cabling pathways and devices in 3D, including developing detailed callouts and sections to support construction documentation
- Navigate and present coordinated models using Navisworks and Revizto, leading collaborative review sessions, identifying clashes, and driving resolution across disciplines
- Provide redline markups of plans, sections, elevations, and details for BIM team integration, while also collaborating directly within shared models with architects and other system designers
- Write detailed specifications in MS Word, including equipment selection, installation procedures, and submittal requirements
- Develop Opinion of Probable Cost (OPC) estimates to support project budgeting
- Review change orders, product substitutions, and construction documentation
- Participate in subcontractor evaluation and interviews
- Serve as a key point of contact during Construction Administration, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings
- Conduct site visits to assess workmanship, validate design intent, and provide guidance to contractors
- Coordinate with internal teams across low-voltage systems to ensure integrated design delivery
- Remain current on BICSI standards, construction trends, and emerging technologies through continuous learning and training
Skills
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in structured cabling / telecommunications design, with demonstrated experience operating at a senior or lead level
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, pathways, and low-voltage systems
- Familiarity with BICSI standards and industry best practices
- RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification required
- Advanced proficiency in Revit, with experience modeling in 3D environments and coordinating within BIM workflows
- Proficiency in Navisworks and Revizto for model navigation, coordination, and stakeholder presentations
- Proven ability to lead client conversations, facilitate coordination meetings, and present technical solutions clearly
- Experience working in highly collaborative, BIM-led project environments
- Strong documentation, coordination, and construction administration experience
- Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders effectively
Benefits
- Flexible hours and remote work opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Company-sponsored industry certifications
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