GHD · 2 hours ago
Audiovisual System Designer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expGHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. They are seeking an Audiovisual System Designer to deliver innovative AV solutions for corporate, higher education, and government clients, focusing on designing high-performance AV systems and managing multiple projects while ensuring quality and compliance.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional ServicesTransportationWater
Responsibilities
Lead client consultations and conduct site surveys to translate customer requirements into high-performance AV systems
Produce detailed engineering drawings and specifications, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and architectural disciplines
Ensure quality and consistency by applying AV design best practices
Review contractor RFIs and submittals, inspect work in progress and final installations, and witness system commissioning
Support sales with engineering estimates and manage multiple concurrent projects—delivering on time, within budget, and exceeding client expectations
Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats
Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential
Identify instances of noncompliance with the organization's policies and procedures and/or relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, reporting these instances and escalating issues as appropriate
Define and deliver services that meet customer needs by selecting the best possible approaches available within established systems
Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services
Carry out a specified range of complex tests; interpret test data to verify that specifications are met and/or to identify remedial actions required to ensure conformance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge, abilities and experience
Current CTS Certification, CTS-D and/or CTS-I a plus
Certifications for manufacturers including Crestron, Extron, QSC, and Biamp a plus
Minimum three years of experience designing Audiovisual systems; this may include: video, audio, control, video over IP, audio teleconferencing, video teleconferencing systems, and networking
Experience using REVIT required
Product experience with all major AV system manufacturers including Creston, Extron, QSC, Biamp, Vaddio, Cisco, and HP/Poly
Understanding of supportive infrastructure for these systems, cabling, conduit, terminations, head end and distributive equipment
Experience with EASE and other acoustical modeling software a plus
Federal work experience desirable
Be able and willing to travel to client locations and job sites in the Washington DC metro area and more distant locations as required (short term travel)
Company
GHD
Addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and communities.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.04MKey Investors
Callaghan Innovation
2021-09-08Grant· $0.01M
2020-10-07Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Jim Giannopoulos
Chief Executive Officer
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