Project Specialist I (BAS)

Bosch Building Technologies LLC•Irving, TX

About The Position

Job Summary: The Project Specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing on-site technical operations, ensuring the quality, safety, and efficiency of fieldwork. This role involves supervising field technicians, coordinating resources, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring that project deadlines and specifications are met.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or two-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics related studies preferred.
3+ years of experience in building automation controls and building management systems using preferred systems, tools and hardware such as Tridium/Niagara, Distech Controls, Alerton Controls, Johnson Metasys Controls, Siemens Building/infrastructure Technologies (Desigo), and/or BACnet Building Controls.
3-5 years’ experience configuring and debugging basic computer and networking problems.
3-5 years’ experience programming, configuring, and debugging HVAC and DDC controller software, i.e. programming with Tridium/Niagara.
A clear ability to work with electronic equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
The ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.
A working understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers, multi-phase power, etc. (120VAC and greater), and strong mechanical aptitude
A thorough understanding of HVAC operations within a commercial facility.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in building automation controls or related fields such as HVAC or electrical systems.
3+ years of experience working with Distech, Alerton, or Tridium building control systems.
2+ years of experience leading teams, projects, etc.
2+ years of experience working with large-scale commercial building automation, i.e., data centers, hospitals, universities, etc.
Deep understanding of HVAC operations within a facility.
Experience with Fault Detection and Diagnostics platforms such as SkySpark.
Proven ability to debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases.
Experience supporting installation personnel and other contractors on project sites.
Experience creating start-up documentation, including daily logs, check-out logs, and commissioning documents.
Certifications in relevant technical areas such as OSHA, PMP, N4, or other industry certifications.

Responsibilities

Provide support for ongoing service engineering and support for existing building systems/controls.
Provide Controls or Special Systems database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by Design Specialists, project specifications, or other sources as applicable.
Debug installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls and special systems.
Provide accurate controls or special systems start up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned.
Provide start up documentation including daily logs, check out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects.
Ensure timely software backups are created for projects and software development.
Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner. Design Controls or Special Systems projects to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate.
Assist in preparing of As-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
Interpret project documents, estimates, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manor.
Ensures project documents, estimates, and other information are available to all necessary personnel to maximize Bosch Building Technologies’ productivity on the project.
Determines if customer expectations are similar to Bosch Building Technologies and if these can be achieved based upon Bosch Building Technologies’ estimate or contractual scope. Provides feedback on this as appropriate internally and externally.
Coordinates with Material Coordinator to achieve maximum cash flow and material handling efficiency.
Ensures all projects are invoiced accurately and is engaged in collections to minimize aging.
Coordinates with Subcontractor or internal installation team to ensure maximized installation productivity.
Assists with the monthly WIP re-forecast.
Recommends technical solutions to sales and operations. Assist Sales team during estimating phase and if necessary demonstrate efficient EMS systems to new customers.
Identifies change order opportunities and coordinates with sales to document, pursue, and book them.
Provide support to Bosch Building Technologies and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.
Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure Bosch Building Technologies’ labor is accurate and timely and estimated productivity is achieved in all areas.
Provide leadership and input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
Communicate with external organizations as required such as consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
Other duties as assigned.