Senior Telecommunications Consultant

Salas O'Brien is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Consultant to lead planning, design, and implementation of telecommunications and structured cabling infrastructure for buildings and connected environments. The role provides technical leadership across project delivery, advises clients and project teams, and coordinates infrastructure solutions with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and documentation of telecommunications infrastructure systems for new construction and renovation projects

Meet with clients, IT departments, and stakeholders to gather business, operational, and technical requirements

Develop telecommunications infrastructure solutions that support voice, data, wireless, security, audiovisual, and smart building technologies

Design and specify: Structured Cabling Systems; Outside Plant (OSP) Infrastructure; Fiber Optic Backbone Systems; Copper Cabling Systems; Telecommunications Rooms and Equipment Rooms; Data Centers and MDF/IDF Spaces; Pathway and Raceway Systems; Campus Distribution Infrastructure; Wireless Infrastructure and Wi-Fi Support Systems; Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Pathways; Carrier Service Entrance Facilities

Prepare drawings, specifications, narratives, telecommunications room layouts, pathway plans, riser diagrams, and cost estimates

Develop infrastructure budgets and assist clients with technology master planning and capital improvement initiatives

Coordinate telecommunications requirements with architects, electrical engineers, security consultants, audiovisual consultants, and other project stakeholders

Conduct site assessments and surveys of existing telecommunications infrastructure

Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, industry standards, and client requirements

Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information (RFIs)

Participate in construction administration activities, including field observations, punch lists, and issue resolution

Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule objectives

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior consultants and designers

Support proposal development, client presentations, project interviews, and business development initiatives

Preferred

BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification

Additional BICSI credentials such as OSP, RTPM, DCDC, or TECH certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience with: + Data Center Design + Smart Building Infrastructure + Wireless Systems Infrastructure + Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) + Edge Computing and Connected Building Technologies

BICSI RCDD Certification

BICSI OSP Certification

BICSI RTPM Certification

BICSI DCDC Certification

BICSI TECH Certification

Professional Engineer License

Data Center Design

Smart Building Infrastructure

Wireless Systems Infrastructure

Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)

Edge Computing

Connected Building Technologies

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Professional development support

Hybrid work model; fully remote positions available based on qualifications

Company

Forensic engineering and technical consulting firm

Flower Mound, Texas, USA

https://haagglobal.com/

Founded in 1924

51-200 employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

8 to 15 years of experience in telecommunications consulting, structured cabling design, ICT consulting, or a related field within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry

Demonstrated experience designing and documenting: + Structured Cabling Systems + Fiber Optic Networks + Copper Distribution Systems + Telecommunications Spaces + Campus Infrastructure + Pathway and Raceway Systems

Strong understanding of telecommunications standards, including: + ANSI/TIA Standards + BICSI Best Practices + NEC Requirements Related to Telecommunications Infrastructure + Telecommunications Space Planning Guidelines

Experience developing construction documents, specifications, and project cost estimates

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Excellent organizational and project management skills

Professional client-facing demeanor and ability to build long-term client relationships

BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification

Additional BICSI credentials such as OSP, RTPM, DCDC, or TECH certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience with: + Data Center Design + Smart Building Infrastructure + Wireless Systems Infrastructure + Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) + Edge Computing and Connected Building Technologies

8 to 15 years of experience in telecommunications consulting, structured cabling design, ICT consulting, or a related field within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.

Required skills

Telecommunications Infrastructure Design, Structured Cabling Systems, Fiber Optic Networks, Copper Distribution Systems, Telecommunications Spaces, Campus Infrastructure, Pathway and Raceway Systems, ANSI/TIA Standards, BICSI Best Practices, NEC Telecommunications Requirements, AutoCAD, Revit, BICSI RCDD Certification, Client Relationship Management

Preferred skills

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience

8-15 years