Burns & McDonnell

Senior Telecommunications Specialist - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell$85K — $110K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology or related field, with 7 years of telecommunications engineering experience, preferably in consulting.
  • Strong understanding of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to approach problems methodically and analytically, demonstrating critical thinking.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced engineering software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM, etc.).
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead telecommunications project design from concept to completion.
  • Review and modify production drawings across various types of facilities.
  • Design telecommunications components based on project specifications.
  • Conduct research and compile data for project managers.
  • Update drawings in CAD software under senior engineers' guidance.
  • Prepare presentations, review shop drawings, and manage contract administration.
  • Conduct inspections and measurements for both public and private clients.
  • Participate in marketing efforts and identify key business opportunities.
  • Develop cost proposals and qualification statements to meet financial goals.
  • Oversee project budgets, cost estimates, and performance reporting.
  • Provide mentorship and performance feedback to junior staff.
  • Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and communicate effectively with other engineering disciplines.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Flexible work environment with potential for remote work.
  • Involvement in diverse, impactful projects across various sectors.
  • Supportive company culture fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Description As a Senior Telecommunications Specialist, you will lead various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposals and construction documentation for telecommunications as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Job Duties
  • Lead telecommunications design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental and military facilities.
  • Design telecommunications components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies advanced knowledge of commonly used telecommunications engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the telecommunications engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Oversee field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
  • Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
  • Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the telecommunications engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
  • Provide performance feedback to managers about staff performance. Participate in recruitment and development of staff.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
  • Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology or related degree from an accredited program. and 7 years of telecommunications engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Advanced knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Advanced computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, telecommunications analysis programs.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Security

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations United States

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261865

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #A&F N/A

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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