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# Senior Telecommunications Specialist - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

- **Company:** Burns & McDonnell
- **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** RISA-3D Structural Design Software, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, PC Tools, Microsoft Office, MicroStation
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466814752&tx=CT3432THT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 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.

## 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., * 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.