Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Facilities Engineering, the Senior Manager of Smart Buildings is responsible for the overall implementation of the District Smart Building Initiative including creating dashboards, production of automated utility resource reports, and integration of District Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Operational Technology (OT) to maximize effectiveness, sustainability, and efficiency of all related building systems.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Essential Performance Requirements*
- Provides oversight, and in some cases backup support for District-wide Smart BAS and OT which may include, those that serve: Critical Environments Utilities, Electrical, Water, Irrigation Efficiency, Re-Claimed Water use, Drainage, Gas, Fire, and Life Safety, Emergency Management, HVAC, Emergency Communication Systems, Fire Safety/Detection/Suppression, Vertical Transportation, Escalators, Lighting, Building Automation and Emergency Management and Monitoring Systems, Emergency Power Systems, Waste Handling, Plumbing, Critical Equipment/Services, and Uptime, and associated infrastructures
- Ensures District BAS and OT integrate into a cohesive Smart Building structure to maximize efficiency, effectiveness, and ease of multi-controller interface
- Assists the team in the creation of a Smart Building completion pathway
- Prepares and conducts Smart Building training for vested parties
- Supports the maintenance, operation, and updates of District BAS systems throughout their life cycle which includes testing, prototypes, hands-on installation, programming, and interfacing systems with District IT infrastructure, campus maintenance, and operations
- Reviews and analyzes inspection reports on systems for potential efficiency improvements in the infrastructure operation and maintenance of TCC facilities; develops, implements, and monitors cost-saving opportunities, especially non-renewable resource conservation opportunities
- Bids, negotiates, implements, and monitors vendor services and construction contracts for building automation systems, working closely with TCC procurement for cost and compliance efficiency
- Oversees or delegates staff to monitor, document, and report the status of systems and vendor performance
- Observes safety regulations and participates in the ongoing safety-training program to cover all aspects of the work performed by the department related to special projects
General Supervision and Management
- Provides direction, on-going monitoring, and support of outside vendor partners
Service Excellence
- Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
- Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
- Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
- Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
- Observes safety regulations and participates in the ongoing safety-training program to cover all aspects of the work performed by the department related to special projects
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the Director of Facilities Engineering
- Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, ted, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and five (5) years working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements; or an equivalent combination of education and working experience
- Three (3) years experience supervising (e.g., managing, evaluating the performance of others or vendors; leading projects or processes)
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in related field
- At least one (1) year's working experience with software systems such as MS SQL, MS Access, AutoCAD, ArcInfo, or ArcGis
- At least one (1) year's working experience with smart building automation software such as nLight lighting controls or Reliable Controls
- At least one (1) year's working experience in Higher Education
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of BAS and OT which may include critical environment utilities, electrical, water, irrigation efficiency, re-claimed water use, drainage, gas, fire, life safety, emergency management, HVAC, Emergency Communication Systems, Fire Safety/Detection/Suppression, Vertical Transportation, Escalators, Lighting, Building Automation and Emergency Management and Monitoring Systems, Emergency Power Systems, Waste Handling, Plumbing, Critical Equipment/Services, Uptime, and associated infrastructures
- Technical knowledge of IT network structure and the IT network/BAS-OT interface
- Functional technical knowledge of building system operation with proficiencies in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, irrigation, control systems, Fire and Safety (FLS), and HVAC distribution systems
- Knowledge of all aspects of building systems, contractual maintenance, construction, and related services
- Skilled in computer applications and enterprise systems, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
- Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal skills working with multiple internal departments and external entities and vendors
- Ability to influence and lead other managers and their respective reports
- Ability to manage under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously
- Ability to comply with standards and regulations
- Ability to provide innovative and optimal system solutions
- Ability to delegate work appropriately to staff to meet College and campus deliverables
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Special Instructions Summary Posted 05/17/2024
