LeverageTek is actively seeking a Network Designer for a 6-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer.

Key Tasks

- Coordinate the design, planning, implementation, testing and commissioning of structured cabling and physical technology infrastructure for recent construction, renovations, retrofits and technology deployments
- Review architectural, electrical, communications and construction drawings to identify infrastructure requirements and coordinate appropriate cabling placements
- Coordinate the placement of network outlets, wireless access points (WAPs), emergency phones, speakers, audiovisual (AV) equipment, endpoints and security devices
- Review and coordinate cabling pathways, conduits, cable trays, J-hooks, telecommunications rooms, racks and equipment locations
- Work closely with Facilities, architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, cabling vendors and internal IT teams to coordinate infrastructure activities
- Coordinate copper and fibre cabling requirements, including installation, patching, labelling, testing, certification and documentation
- Support network infrastructure deployments involving switches, Power over Ethernet (PoE), patching, wireless access points and related connectivity requirements
- Manage moves, adds and changes (MAC), including gathering requirements, preparing estimates, coordinating vendors, scheduling work, overseeing implementation and testing, validating invoices and completing project close-out
- Coordinate vendor mobilization, site access, implementation schedules, deficiency resolution and final acceptance of completed work
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, test results, deficiency logs, as-built documentation and handover materials




- Support procurement activities through the review of technical requirements, contractor quotes, bills of materials and related documentation
- Perform basic physical network activities as required, including Ethernet patching, patch cable installation and connectivity verification
- Ensure infrastructure work aligns with applicable standards, project requirements and the needs of internal technology teams, including Network, AV, Endpoint, Security and emergency communications

Key Qualifications

- Minimum of five years of experience coordinating structured cabling, telecommunications or network infrastructure projects, ideally within construction, renovation or complex enterprise environments
- Demonstrated experience reviewing technical drawings and coordinating copper/fibre cabling, infrastructure pathways, telecommunications rooms, testing and project documentation
- Proven ability to coordinate contractors, vendors and internal technical teams throughout infrastructure planning, implementation, testing and final acceptance

Qualifications

- Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Solid project coordination, organization, communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple infrastructure projects and competing priorities simultaneously




- Experience reviewing technical drawings, contractor quotes, bills of materials, test results and deficiency reports
- Experience coordinating moves, adds and changes (MAC) in an enterprise IT environment
- Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation, including as-built drawings, testing records and project handover materials
- Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with technical teams, Facilities, contractors and external vendors
- Experience working in construction, renovation or other active site environments
- BICSI certifications or relevant structured cabling training are considered an asset
- Occupational health and safety (OH&S;) knowledge or experience working in construction environments is considered an asset

Compensation

Hourly Rate Negotiable.

This is an existing position vacancy.

About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions

Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes.

Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management.

LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse

📌 Senior Network Designer (Ottawa)
🏢 LeverageTek Staffing Solutions
📍 Ottawa