Florida State University
BAS Network Architect
Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318
Department
Facilities -Central Utilities Plant 2
Responsibilities
Manages, provides administrative direction, and coordinates staff and activities related to the design, development, installation, and programming of the University's Building Automation System network.
Develops, analyzes and evaluates the technology management plan for the University's Building Automation System (BAS) network. The technology management plan includes, but is not limited to, developing the campus wide migration plan to Siemens Desigo CC building management software platform; developing and maintaining network system standards for new designs, enhanced graphics, local alarms, remote notification alarming (RENO), fault diagnostics and detection (FDD) and hardware upgrades including field panels, instrumentation devices, metering equipment and servers. Manages the BAS software, applications, programming and support. Coordinates with FSU-ITS and Facilities ITS for the management of the servers loading and balancing, IP addresses, operational and historian databases, etc. Plans and organizes all facets of the day-to-day division activities to meet short- and long-range goals and objectives.
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives and short-and-long-range planning including, but not limited to, 5-10-20 Year Master Plans, Utilities Capital Plan, Operations & Maintenance Capital Plan, departmental budget planning, equipment deployment and personnel allocation. Serves as a member of the department's senior management team participating in strategic planning to develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishing the established goals for Central Utilities. Assists in decision-making in emergency situations affecting critical components of the university. Serves as a liaison to develop and maintain partnerships throughout the University. Makes recommendations and participates in the planning and implementation of new technologies, processes or procedures to enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of campus systems including but not limited to Building Automation, Laboratory Controls and District Energy systems.
Oversees the supervision of personnel, work allocation, training, and problem resolution. Conducts employee performance reviews and makes recommendations for personnel actions. Serves as a hiring manager with responsibilities to recruit, hire and train. Motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Oversight of managing the BAS team career pathway/ladder for skilled staff along with BAS intern program. Ensures departmental activities conform to fiscal, budgetary, and planning objectives. Oversees the implementation of safety and training programs to ensure departmental compliance with established safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Ensure that all employees are properly trained in environmental and safety regulations in order to remain in compliance with all Federal, State, local, and University environmental and safety regulations. Reviews policies and procedures related to building codes, environmental issues, hazardous materials, and safety standards.
Acts as a project coordinator by providing estimates, producing design criteria specifications, and supervising Utility Department BAS construction projects. Maintains, updates, and publishes the controls section of the FSU design guidelines. Reviews control systems designs and specifications for all minor and major projects that are performed by third party engineering consultants for compliance with FSU design guidelines, sound engineering practices, cost effectiveness, energy efficiency and maintainability. Coordinates with FSU Engineering, Operations & Maintenance and third-party engineering and commissioning consultants to ensure that the Building Automation Control system is in compliance with the network system standards for hardware, programming, alarms, schedules, graphics, and life-cycle management. Reviews, evaluates, and assists with commissioning activities to ensure that the HVAC systems meet the design intent.
Serves as contract manager for the University wide Building Automation System service agreement. Develops Intent-To-Negotiate documentation to establish the terms and conditions of the service contract and coordinates with FSU Procurement to solicit the vendor's services and serves as a member of the contract selection committee. Responsible for the daily management of the service contract vendor personnel to ensure compliance with contract requirements, as well as adherence to network system standards.
Develops building automation, mechanical, energy and utilities related commissioning programs, projects including development, implementation, evaluation, analysis, 3rd party coordination and maintenance planning. Includes development of utilities metering reporting and calibration program.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree and six years of experience or a combination of appropriate post high school education and experience equal to ten years.
A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive too l to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
Equal Employment Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .
Facilities -Central Utilities Plant 2
Responsibilities
Manages, provides administrative direction, and coordinates staff and activities related to the design, development, installation, and programming of the University's Building Automation System network.
Develops, analyzes and evaluates the technology management plan for the University's Building Automation System (BAS) network. The technology management plan includes, but is not limited to, developing the campus wide migration plan to Siemens Desigo CC building management software platform; developing and maintaining network system standards for new designs, enhanced graphics, local alarms, remote notification alarming (RENO), fault diagnostics and detection (FDD) and hardware upgrades including field panels, instrumentation devices, metering equipment and servers. Manages the BAS software, applications, programming and support. Coordinates with FSU-ITS and Facilities ITS for the management of the servers loading and balancing, IP addresses, operational and historian databases, etc. Plans and organizes all facets of the day-to-day division activities to meet short- and long-range goals and objectives.
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives and short-and-long-range planning including, but not limited to, 5-10-20 Year Master Plans, Utilities Capital Plan, Operations & Maintenance Capital Plan, departmental budget planning, equipment deployment and personnel allocation. Serves as a member of the department's senior management team participating in strategic planning to develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishing the established goals for Central Utilities. Assists in decision-making in emergency situations affecting critical components of the university. Serves as a liaison to develop and maintain partnerships throughout the University. Makes recommendations and participates in the planning and implementation of new technologies, processes or procedures to enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of campus systems including but not limited to Building Automation, Laboratory Controls and District Energy systems.
Oversees the supervision of personnel, work allocation, training, and problem resolution. Conducts employee performance reviews and makes recommendations for personnel actions. Serves as a hiring manager with responsibilities to recruit, hire and train. Motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Oversight of managing the BAS team career pathway/ladder for skilled staff along with BAS intern program. Ensures departmental activities conform to fiscal, budgetary, and planning objectives. Oversees the implementation of safety and training programs to ensure departmental compliance with established safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Ensure that all employees are properly trained in environmental and safety regulations in order to remain in compliance with all Federal, State, local, and University environmental and safety regulations. Reviews policies and procedures related to building codes, environmental issues, hazardous materials, and safety standards.
Acts as a project coordinator by providing estimates, producing design criteria specifications, and supervising Utility Department BAS construction projects. Maintains, updates, and publishes the controls section of the FSU design guidelines. Reviews control systems designs and specifications for all minor and major projects that are performed by third party engineering consultants for compliance with FSU design guidelines, sound engineering practices, cost effectiveness, energy efficiency and maintainability. Coordinates with FSU Engineering, Operations & Maintenance and third-party engineering and commissioning consultants to ensure that the Building Automation Control system is in compliance with the network system standards for hardware, programming, alarms, schedules, graphics, and life-cycle management. Reviews, evaluates, and assists with commissioning activities to ensure that the HVAC systems meet the design intent.
Serves as contract manager for the University wide Building Automation System service agreement. Develops Intent-To-Negotiate documentation to establish the terms and conditions of the service contract and coordinates with FSU Procurement to solicit the vendor's services and serves as a member of the contract selection committee. Responsible for the daily management of the service contract vendor personnel to ensure compliance with contract requirements, as well as adherence to network system standards.
Develops building automation, mechanical, energy and utilities related commissioning programs, projects including development, implementation, evaluation, analysis, 3rd party coordination and maintenance planning. Includes development of utilities metering reporting and calibration program.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree and six years of experience or a combination of appropriate post high school education and experience equal to ten years.
A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive too l to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
Equal Employment Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .