Project Specialist II (BAS)

Bosch Building Technologies LLC•Austin, TX

19h

About The Position

Job Summary: The Field Technical Team Lead 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.
Other technical experience such as military, on the job training programs, etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management.
An understanding of computer operating systems including MS Office Suite of products.
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

An undergraduate degree or bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical related studies.
5+ years’ experience configuring and debugging basic computer and networking problems.
5+ years’ experience with programming, configuring, and debugging HVAC and DDC controller software.
5+ years’ experience with high-level communication within and across teams (i.e. General Contractors, Subcontractors, Project Managers and customers).
A thorough understanding and configuration of an Alerton Controls and Distech Controls system and other related controls is beneficial.
Currently holds a valid Niagara 4 TCP Certification.
Project Specialists have a deep understanding of the controls or special systems that control buildings. They also understand the other systems involved in the mechanical and electrical portions of building controls.
Project Specialists also have the experience to provide extensive integration support for a multitude of building systems.
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.
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.
Provide CAD labor and direction as required to complete submittals and other engineered drawings accurately and professionally.
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 is booked correctly and that all necessary forms are completed for both internal and external purposes.
Ensures project documents, estimates, and other information are available to all necessary personnel to maximize Climatec’s productivity on the project.
Determines if customer expectations are similar to Climatec’s and if these can be achieved based upon Climatec’s estimate or contractual scope. Provides feedback on this as appropriate internally and externally.
Accurately forecasts costs for each area of the project and tracks these over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.
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 Climatec 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 Climatec 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.