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About The Company

Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI stands out as one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation. For more than 35 years, JPI has designed and developed communities with best-in-class homes and amenities. JPI is committed to data-driven management and continuous improvement. Its team of experts utilizes data - including unparalleled market research, proven business processes, and proprietary models - to ensure that every decision is strategic, focused, and produces exceptional multifamily communities with the best risk-adjusted returns. More than just great communities, JPI is focused on leaving a lasting impact on the communities where we build and is continually committed to "Building What Matters." JPI operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry, which is recognized as one of the largest home builders in the United States.

Why work for us?

We have a 35-year track record of developing multifamily communities with responsibility, accountability, and integrity. Our stated purpose is to:

• Transform Building

• Enhance Communities

• Improve Lives

JPI has an ambitious and exciting vision for how we will achieve this, which makes for a positive and dynamic work environment, with many opportunities for personal development and growth. As well as our highly competitive offering of compensation and benefits, we are committed to:

• Transformative careers in a transformative company

• Comprehensive training and development

• Promotion from within at all levels of the organization

• Borderless Careers, based on performance, potential, and personal ambition

Industry Recognition

• NMHC - #1 Fastest Growing Developer; #2 Fastest Growing Building; #8 Largest National Developer; # 11 Largest National Builder

• Real Page - Most active multifamily developer in DFW for the past 8 years

• Dallas Business Journal Best Places to Work - 2023

• Dallas Business Journal - Largest DFW Real Estate Developers - #11

JPI offers associates a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:

• Competitive Bonus Program

• 4 Weeks PTO for All New Associates (Pro-Rated by Hire Date)

• 11 Holidays and 8 Early Release Days

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match (Up to 5% Match)

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Volunteer Time

• Tuition Assistance

• Phone Reimbursement

• Associate Referral Bonuses

About the Job.
JPI has an exciting opportunity for a Community Technology Specialist to join our Community Technology team located in our Dallas office.
This entry-level, career-track position supports the production and coordination of low-voltage construction drawings for the multifamily communities JPI develops nationally, working alongside experienced low-voltage designers, architects, engineers, interior designers, and outside consultants. The Community Technology Specialist will learn the intricacies of access control and electrified door hardware, video surveillance, managed Wi-Fi, data and telecommunications, MDF/IDF infrastructure, audio/video, vehicle and pedestrian access gates, intercom and visitor entry, electronic unit entry locks, ERRCS, EV charging infrastructure, and ISP pathways.
Prior experience in these systems is not required as training and mentorship are provided. This is a design and documentation role that works from the Schematic Design (SD) phase through the Issued for Construction (IFC) set. There will be a construction administration support role as well but this is not a sub-contractor role. Occasional site visits are expected but there will be no installation or field work expected
The position is the entry point to a defined career track progressing toward being a Community Technology Project Coordinator, then a CT Manager and eventually a Senior CT Manager.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Drawing Production & Documentation

• Learn the basic scopes of the CT scope

• Take drawing and update direction from the CT Project Coordinator to update low-voltage drawings in Autodesk Revit and/or Bluebeam Revu as skills develop.

• Communicate with and work alongside outsourced design teams to place and verify low-voltage devices, equipment, pathways, and associated model elements on project drawings.

• Drawing sheets will require attention to annotations, keynotes, legends, schedules, and detail sheets.

• Assist with riser diagrams and wiring diagrams as skills develop.

• Supports drawing review and coordinate with external consultant drawings as required when skills and knowledge develop.

Design Coordination

• Learns to check device locations against architectural, electrical, mechanical, structural, and life-safety drawings.

• Cross-references access-controlled openings with architectural door numbers and door hardware schedules.

• Supports MDF/IDF room layouts, rack elevations, and cable pathway coordination.

• Attends internal coordination meetings and consultant design reviews as needed.

• Communicates open questions and coordination items in writing so that others can act on them.

Design Review & Quality Control

• Assists with JPI design audits, comparing consultant drawings against JPI design standards to know reasoning behind standards.

• Identifies and documents missing devices, incorrect quantities, and drawing discrepancies.

• Helps the CT Project Coordinator confirm that corrections were made and comments fully responded to in Procore and ACC.

• Takes on projects as directed but makes sure that standards are fully understood before taking on multiple projects.

Equipment Schedules & Bills of Material

• Learns to maintain project Bills of Material (BOMs), equipment schedules, and device counts.

• Supports equipment selection research under the direction of the studio lead.

Technical Standards & Team Standards

• Helps maintain standard details, design templates, SOPs, and technical documentation.

• Applies JPI national Community Technology design standards to assigned project work.

• Contributes to the ongoing development of JPI national design standards as experience grows.

Construction Coordination

• Assists the Community Technology Project Coordinator as needed during construction administration.

• Attends periodic OAC meetings and site visits at different stages of construction to learn about the products they are designing.

• Assist in answering RFIs pertaining to low-voltage items and review consultants' responses for completeness; the internal goal is to respond to RFIs within two working days.

• Learn to review and understand shop drawings and submittals pertaining to low-voltage items and review consultants' responses for completeness; the internal goal is to respond within five working days.

Technology Implementation

• Learns how internet service providers' design gets coordinated and contracted.

• Understands and learns how to implement smart building technology, ERRC, and EV infrastructure across assigned projects.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travels occasionally to project sites for training, observation, and field verification.

• Participates in vendor and manufacturer product demonstrations and training sessions.

• Assists with special projects and department initiatives as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Sr. Community Technology Manager.

Education, Work Experience & Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, architectural or engineering technology, electrical technology, or a related field preferred.

• Zero to three years of experience; recent graduates and candidates moving from installation, service, estimating, or design support into design work are encouraged to apply.