Associate Principal
Overview
NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a leading provider of compliance, technology, and engineering consulting solutions. The technology group (formerly The Sextant Group) provides planning and design services for a wide range of specialty areas including: audiovisual, IT/telecommunications, building security, technical lighting, healthcare technologies, and architectural acoustics/noise vibration.
We play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide and are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
The Associate Principal’s role is to lead a team of professionals providing consulting and design services to our clients. In addition, the Associate Principal will lead business development efforts in the region.
The position requires that the candidate actively participates in the project delivery process for several projects at the same time while ensuring efficiency, accuracy and top-quality work is being delivered to our clients.
This is a remote (Work From Home) position, and we welcome candidates located in major metropolitan markets across the U.S.
Responsibilities
Act as the executive-level point of contact for the NV5 team, the Owner, Architect and other design team members
Lead project design teams, bringing a forward-thinking perspective to technology plans and strategic discussions
Drive business development within a specific geographic area or vertical market sector
Write proposals and negotiate final scope and fee agreements with clients
Write strategic technology plans, programs and other project communication
Lead programmatic discussions with our clients to determine project goals and requirements
Collaborate with other NV5 team members to guide clients through the technology selection process; devise cost-effective audio/video solutions specifically optimized for the user
Play the role of Principal in Charge of multi-disciplinary projects that may include AV, IT, Security, Lighting and Acoustics
Oversee the creation of technology drawings with Architects, Engineers and other design team members
Oversee various teams in the completion of drawings, specifications, coordination meetings, project submittals and punch-list visits
Ensure that all work is completed on-time, in-budget, and consistently within NV5’s high standards of quality
Qualifications
Minimum of ten years of experience in the Audiovisual field; three years of experience with independent technology consulting is preferred
Extensive knowledge in the design, deployment and use of audiovisual systems, including: projection and display; sound and speech reinforcement; audio and video conferencing; signal processing, signal distribution and routing; control systems
General knowledge of audiovisual architectural requirements including but not limited to: sightline studies; structural support requirements; cabling pathways; architectural integration of audiovisual equipment
General knowledge of Information Technology (IT) services and digital media delivery technologies, network hardware, infrastructure and system architecture
Experience in business development for professional services
Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
Values that include integrity, accountability and a desire to have fun while delivering Best-in-Class services
Professional and positive attitude in a fast paced and occasionally high-pressure environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and BlueBeam
CTS certification required
PLUSES: CTS-D, CTS-I, RCDD or additional industry related certifications
All candidates must be driven to satisfy the needs of end users and have the ability to deliver high caliber end results in a timely manner while operating without direct supervision. Some overnight travel may be required. Navigating building construction sites is required for most project assignments.
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.