Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Specialist (Engineer III)

This position leads the design, construction, and implementation of advanced automation systems in occupied spaces including new installations and retrofits. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives on managing complex projects from concept to completion while ensuring operational excellence and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Serves as the department's subject matter expert for BAS/EMCS systems, including equipment, protocols, building codes, IT integration, and troubleshooting.
• Takes full ownership of BAS/EMCS and HVAC capital projects-manage schedules, budgets, risks, and quality standards.
• Develops and reviews design requirements, approve plans, author scope of work documents, and validate system performance.
• Oversees installation, commissioning, and ensure compliance with industry standards and codes.
• Applies strong IT programming, mechanical, and electrical problem-solving skills to deliver successful projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
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Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, three years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years' direct experience as the capital project lead (engineer or project manager) specifying and managing installation and replacement of commercial Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)/Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS);
• Two of more years of demonstrated experience in the full performance responsibility for a portfolio of complex commercial building systems replacement projects in occupied commercial facilities including but not limited to: development of contracts, authoring scope of work, financial oversight, submittal approval, RFI responses, construction quality, safety performance, oversight of quality metrics and quality performance, contractor selections and oversight, oversight of project documentation and project schedule, and risk mitigation;
• Experience working with HVAC systems;
• Experience working with programming/configurations of building management systems/energy management control systems/building energy management systems;
• Experience in facility operations and energy management activities;
• Currently possess one of the following HVAC/BAS related certifications: Trane Summit 102; Trane Tracer ES Installation and Programming; Siemens APOGEE/Desigo; Delta Building Automation; Automated Logic/Web Control BAS; Tridium/Niagara;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate technical topics to internal and external customers;

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.