Network Design Engineer

As a recognized leader in real estate and facilities services, The Building People provides innovative solutions that integrate technology, buildings, and people through strategic thought leadership and expertise. We enhance our customers' ability to build a culture that optimizes performance in the built environment. Our strategy leads clients towards the future of facilities through a connected real estate model that propagates new norms to deliver organizational efficiency, sustainability, and savings. Real estate and the facilities landscape are changing. Join us, and we will lead this change together. Our top priority is hiring and retaining top talent in all areas of our organization. At The Building People, our goal is to foster integrity and a work culture that motivates and inspires employees to succeed. We are excited that our team is growing rapidly, which means we need you The Building People's Market Offerings and Business Lines include: * Real Estate & Workplace * Facilities Management & Maintenance * Engineering & Construction Management * Energy & Environmental * Technology Integration * Sustainability & Smart Buildings * Human Capital * Mission Support Job Description The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Network Design Engineer with an active Top Secret Clearance. This position functions as a Project Manager (PM) for projects within IT Infrastructure Division under the Huntsville IT PMO. The purpose of this position is to manage and lead IT Infrastructure and Network Engineering pre-construction efforts in a multi-disciplined campus environment in Huntsville. The general responsibilities of the Network Design Engineer - Senior Level are as follows, to include but not be limited to: * Manages all facets of IT infrastructure and network engineering project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk assessment, reporting and closeout) for the Huntsville North and South Campuses. * Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standard to complex IT documents affecting network infrastructure projects, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys and drawings, proposals, etc. * Interfaces directly with clients to define IT project requirements. Prepares scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimate & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification. * Identifies project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through individual project qualification process; conducts standard to complex request for proposals; completes bid analysis; leads evaluation interviews, recommends resources to clients. * Leads project delivery resources/team (typically larger more experienced team) providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals. * Implements communication plan for meetings and written reports/meeting minutes to keep client and project resources informed. Facilitates project meetings. * Implement project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements. * Tracks progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. * Implements change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, secure client approvals, and issue change orders. Assesses change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk. * Demonstrates ability to identify complex project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks. * Demonstrates knowledge of projects & project management within the context of business results (business case, larger economic implications, business risk, etc.). * Other duties as assigned. * Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. * Manages project delivery resources/team (typically larger more experienced team). * Responsible for identifying training needs, tracking performance, coaching, and motivating team members. * Other duties as assigned. Skills & Requirements Qualifications and Education Required: * Active Top Secret Clearance * Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)) from College or University in an IT technical area of study. * Minimum eight years of related experience and/or training. * PMP (US and/or Canada) and LEED AP preferred. * Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business/IT documents. * Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. * Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles using distinctive style. * Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups. * Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action. * Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate complex figures. Ability to forecast and prepare budgets. Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports. * Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations. * Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. * Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company. * Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and network diagrams * Knowledge in MS Project, CAD, Visio, leases, contracts, and construction practices. * Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, organizational policies, and business practices to achieve general results. Responsible for setting department deadlines. Qualifications *Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include: * Medical & Rx * Dental * Vision * Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan * Life Insurance/AD&D * Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability * Paid Time Off * Holiday Pay All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement .