Building Automation Specialist

ARETUM, a leading government contracting company specializing in technology-enabled mission support services, is seeking a skilled and experienced Building Automation Specialist to join our team. As a Building Automation Specialist at ARETUM, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining building automation systems for our clients.

ARETUM is known for providing cutting-edge solutions and outstanding service to Federal clients in various sectors, including Next Generation Analytics, Engineering Services, Training Services, IT Systems, Cyber Security, PMO Support, and Financial Consulting. Our mission is to deliver technology-driven solutions that meet the unique needs of our government clients, enabling them to achieve their objectives effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a recognized expert in the operation and maintenance of BAS systems, including issues of compliance with local (foreign) codes, predictive and preventive maintenance, and design for maximum maintainability and reliability;
• Identifies projects through planning, coordinating, leading and/or participating in surveys inspecting government-owned and leased overseas properties, post requests for assistance, or through legislation or standards requiring modification to or replacement of BAS systems
• Develops and recommends schedules of post visits, inspections and evaluations; schedules surveys, inspections and emergency maintenance and repair work based on available resources (including manpower and funding ), the urgency and priority of post requests, and the posts' own schedules; and confers with high-level post personnel to explain the purpose of visits, solicit cooperation, and coordinate project activities
• Assesses post requirements by analyzing survey and inspection data with post personnel; discusses objectives and potential program restrictions with post management; and formulates recommendations, justifying and defending them to higher level FAC and other OBO personnel as required;
• Directs and coordinates the identification and evaluation of systems problems within BAS systems within assigned posts, coordinating with engineers and architects as required on specialized technical issues;
• Establishes project priority based on the urgency of the problem, clearance requirements, etc.; schedules on-site inspections and develops survey reports and project plans for upgrade, modernization or replacement of systems or equipment
• Participates in the development of budgets and short and long-range prioritized plans, understanding and anticipating current and future customer needs and goals; establishes project priorities, milestones and deadlines; validates effectiveness and impact of projects on other FAC, OBO, CFSM and DoS programs and projects and current post systems, and ensures that developments in BAS technology are integrated into long-range plans;
• Evaluates post BAS projects for consistency and compliance with applicable U. S. and foreign/international codes, specifications and requirements; provides posts and higher level FAC personnel with expert advice on system operation and maintenance ;and, as required, coordinates redesign of systems with engineering/architectural personnel, and conducts or directs the conduct of those aspects of the redesign not requiring technical engineering or architectural education or experience, to accommodate or respond to changes in regulations, policies, legislation or technological advances; and
• Assists the USG Program Manager and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for the Elevator and Mechanical Systems Program, with responsibility for: overseeing requests for contract actions; developing detailed scopes of work and Government cost estimates; reviewing proposals; offering input into contractor selection and recommending whether to hire local foreign or U. S. contractors, including assessing the capabilities of local vendors and contractors, and ensuring that posts have access to fully qualified technical expertise appropriate to the systems involved; directing or conducting preliminary site inspection or condition assessments to obtain baseline data; and conducting in-progress and final quality assurance inspections of work performed and reviewing final contract deliverables to ascertain the efficient and effective cost management of facilities and satisfaction of contract requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required
• Strong knowledge of building automation protocols and standards (e.g., BACnet, Modbus)
• Experience with building automation software and tools
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional certifications in building automation (e.g., Certified Energy Manager, Certified Building Automation Professional) are a plus

ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age.

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