Project Specialist I

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. 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. Required Qualifications 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. Preferred Qualifications 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. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet). Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Reasonable Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Employment Eligibility Statement Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship is available. #J-18808-Ljbffr