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Contract Administrator

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

This role exists to ensure deals are operationally sound, aligned to contractual standards, and ... Industry Leading Designs - Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be ...

Haugland Group LLC

Contract Adminstrator

Melville, NY · On-site

Ability to identify problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment ... Compensation range for this role is 90-120k At Haugland Group, our benefits are designed to convey ...

Switch, Inc.

Contract Administrator

Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1

This role exists to ensure deals are operationally sound, aligned to contractual standards, and ... Industry Leading Designs Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a ...

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Contract Administrator

Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1

This role exists to ensure deals are operationally sound, aligned to contractual standards, and ... Industry Leading Designs - Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be ...

Ametek

Contract Administrator

San Diego, CA

We specialize in designing and delivering precision AC and DC programmable power supplies ... Sound business judgment and flexibility/adaptability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters ...

Ametek

Contract Administrator

San Diego, CA · On-site

We specialize in designing and delivering precision AC and DC programmable power supplies ... Sound business judgment and flexibility/adaptability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters ...

Walbridge

Structural Designer II

Detroit, MI · On-site

... sound, resilient, and fiscally responsible. Location: Atlanta, GA or Detroit, MI, includes some ... Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with Contract Documents Qualifications To ...

Walbridge

Structural Designer I

Detroit, MI · On-site

... sound, resilient, and fiscally responsible. Location: Atlanta, GA or Detroit, MI, includes some ... Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with Contract Documents at the direction of the ...

Walbridge

Structural Designer II

Peachtree Corners, GA · On-site

... sound, resilient, and fiscally responsible. Location: Atlanta, GA or Detroit, MI, includes some ... Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with Contract Documents Qualifications To ...

Walbridge

Structural Designer I

Peachtree Corners, GA · On-site

... sound, resilient, and fiscally responsible. Location: Atlanta, GA or Detroit, MI, includes some ... Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with Contract Documents at the direction of the ...

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Lead, Contracts Manager

Northampton, MA · On-site

$108K - $190K/yr

L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work ... Conduct negotiation activity and settlement of provisions, producing sound contract terms and ...

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How much do contract sound designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract sound designer in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are contract sound designers?

Contract sound designers are audio professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to create, edit, and mix sound effects, music, and audio elements for various media such as video games, films, television, or theater productions. Unlike full-time sound designers, they work under a contract for a specific duration or project. Their responsibilities often include collaborating with directors or producers to achieve the desired soundscape, using specialized software and equipment, and delivering high-quality audio assets within set deadlines.

What are the typical collaboration methods between a Contract Sound Designer and game development teams?

As a Contract Sound Designer, you'll often work closely with game developers, producers, and artists to ensure audio elements align with the project's vision. Collaboration usually happens through regular meetings, shared project management tools, and feedback sessions, often conducted remotely. You'll be expected to integrate sounds into game engines, respond to iterative feedback, and adjust your work based on evolving gameplay or narrative needs. Clear communication and adaptability are essential, as you'll juggle multiple tasks while maintaining alignment with the team's creative direction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Sound Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Sound Designer, you need strong audio engineering skills, a solid understanding of sound theory, and usually a portfolio showcasing previous work in various media. Familiarity with DAWs such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live, as well as experience with sound libraries and middleware like FMOD or Wwise, is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication help sound designers collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality audio assets. These skills ensure that the sound design enhances the overall impact of projects and meets client expectations in a competitive industry.

What is the difference between Contract Sound Designer vs Freelance Sound Editor?

AspectContract Sound DesignerFreelance Sound Editor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in audio engineering or related field, portfolio, and industry experienceOften self-taught or with similar credentials, portfolio is key
Work EnvironmentWorks on specific projects for a set duration, often with a company or studioOperates independently, managing multiple clients and projects
Employer/Industry UsageHired by production companies, game studios, or advertising agenciesServes a variety of clients across media including film, games, and commercials

Contract Sound Designers and Freelance Sound Editors both create audio content, but Contract Sound Designers typically work on a fixed-term basis for specific projects within a company, while Freelance Sound Editors operate independently, managing multiple clients. The choice depends on your preferred work environment and career goals.

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Intermediate Substation Physical Designer

Intermediate Substation Physical Designer

WSP

New Albany, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

WSP rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 57 rated business consultants

Job description


WSP is currently initiating a search for a Substation Physical Designer for our Columbus, OH office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management-anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world-and we need your help.
This Opportunity
Takes part in providing local technical design and CADD support on projects to produce designs and specifications to be used for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines. Tasks may include generating CADD designs on various assigned aspects of projects of basic to moderate scale and/or complexity. Generates accurate and concise design phase deliverables including reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans and profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, and functionality.
Your Impact
  • Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, structural concepts, blueprints, schematics, data, verbal or written specifications, technical drawings, rough sketches, diagrams, and other matrices to support drafting and design activities.
  • Assist with drafting tasks for substation projects, including physical and civil layout drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client standards and project expectations.
  • Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software-such as AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and Inventor-to prepare detailed substation drawings, layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding plans, and electrical connections, while developing proficiency in these tools within a substation engineering environment.
  • Assist with drafting tasks for substation projects, including physical and civil layout drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client standards and project expectations.
  • Provide routine technical design assistance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring the construction and maintainability of designs according to design standard specifications.
  • Assist with verifying calculations, design, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction or engineering problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
  • Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
  • Assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations.
  • Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineer.
  • Ensure the specification of dimensions, materials, and procedures for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • Exhibit basic knowledge of current drafting and design support practices.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • High School Diploma.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
  • Experience with discipline-specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, MicroStation, Inventor).
  • 3D parametric modeling experience using Inventor, SolidWorks, or other applicable software.
  • Highly familiar with drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
  • Highly familiar with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Sound interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
  • Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
  • Essential professional licensure/certification.

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About Us
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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