Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. · 6 hours ago
Lead Designer (Electrical)
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
10+ years expSmith Seckman Reid, Inc. is a leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm providing innovative solutions for clients facing facility and infrastructure challenges. The Lead Designer will independently develop design approaches, project layouts, and contract documents while providing technical supervision to the design team and interfacing regularly with clients and project managers.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Begins assuming responsibility for project designs under the supervision of the Engineer of Record (EOR) and/or Project Manager and within the Designer’s control and expertise
Responsible to develop design approaches and concepts for projects with conceptual input and oversight from EOR
Oversees and may assist in preparation of drawings and holds responsibility for the accuracy and neatness of work
Attends in-house project kick-off meetings and design meetings
Performs specific engineering studies and other design analyses using industry software
Responsible to perform studies, load calculations, and selection of equipment appropriate to the project design
Assists or leads the development of the overall designer man-hour budget and is responsible for the man-hour budget within the discipline; develops work plans for discipline team in accordance with the budget
Provides input, feedback, and updates on project schedules and plans work in accordance with the schedule
Responsible for coordinating equipment and overall design space requirements with the design team
Communicates design requirements and answers questions from contractors and suppliers during the bid or construction phases
Maintains detailed records of communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members
Conducts project job site visits during construction to monitor progress and observe installed construction and comments based on design specifications, owner expectations and building codes
Coordinates with local authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate associated construction, code, and government requirements
Evaluates the work of design colleagues and provides feedback and/or corrections
Assists in training, mentoring, and/or developmental guidance of designers and EITs
Provides input during employee reviews
Maintains a continued focus on keeping up with code requirements, design software, and other industry trends
May collaborate with a team of designers and engineers on the standardization of design practices and procedures, QA/QC, and current issues facing the design group
Qualification
Required
Two-year technical degree in an applicable discipline plus 10 years applicable experience OR 12 years of practical design experience
Eight years of experience with large scope projects
Experience in performing system or project designs with little to no technical supervision from engineering staff
Capable of reading and interpreting plans from other disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical)
Demonstrated proficient knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, Navisworks, and discipline specific engineering software (i.e., TRACE, HASS, and SKM)
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Thorough Knowledge of applicable engineering disciplines
Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies
Knowledge of state and/or local construction guidelines
Knowledge of applicable codes and standards
Knowledge of construction processes and terminology
Knowledge of basic math
Knowledge of project management
Knowledge of systems integration
Interpersonal Skills- ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
Comprehension – ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
Written Communication Skills – ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Speech Clarity – ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
Detail-Oriented – ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand the cause of a certain outcome
Judgment and Decision-Making Skills – ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusion
Organizational Skills – can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support, etc.) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner
Technical Writing Skills – skilled in the area of summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise, and accurate way, communicating the point intended
Influence – ability to help others understand one's point of view
Mentoring Skills – as a more experienced colleague, is able to provide support and feedback to less experienced colleagues; acts as a source of guidance, assistance, and expertise to less experiences colleagues
Foresight – ability to predict what is likely to happen in the future
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account
401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum
Tuition reimbursement
Variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs
Company
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.
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501-1000 employees
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