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Syracuse University

Automation Project Manager

Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Department: Energy Systems & Sustainability Management Job Title: Automation Project Manager Location: Syracuse, NY Pay Range: $65,000 - $77,500 Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses. Job Description

This position will diagnose and troubleshoot building automation system and network issues to ensure campus systems are running at peak efficiency. The Automation Project Manager will work closely with engineering, consultants, information technology technicians, general contractors, and trades technicians. This position will also be responsible for hiring, coordinating and directing sub-contractors on commercial construction applications. Education and Experience

Associate's Degree with related HVAC knowledge OR five (5) plus years of experience in HVAC software programming; ability to demonstrate a solid mechanical aptitude with climate control and building Automation systems. Be able to demonstrate computer proficiencies with e-mail, Microsoft Office Suite, Continuum. The ability to lead and direct projects while continuing to support and provide staff development. Skills and Knowledge

Experience working with the DDC Controls Systems. Familiarity with concepts and theories relating to HVAC, card access, camera and lighting control. Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical, independent thinking, judgment and decision making skills. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs. Practical knowledge and experience working with low voltage electricity. Responsibilities

Design, develop, program, and implement application and database solutions for the campus building automation system(s) to include, HVAC, Lighting, Snowmelt, and Card Access Systems. Manage, engineer, and estimate Direct Digital Control (DDC) projects on campus for Orange Automation. Project Management includes: campus Card Access, temperature controls, lighting controls, utility monitoring and RS485 network & BacNet integration as well as infrastructure design. Engineering duties include: Proper valve sizing for flow, GPM, and CV. Damper selection, types and sizing of actuators both electronic and pneumatic. Proper power supply sizing for both AC and DC applications. Design produce, test, implement and maintain systems under various application software languages, platforms and protocols to support the systems. Provide advanced troubleshooting support for the Campus DDC/HVAC, lighting, and card access system via automation/web programming. Coordinate and schedule necessary resources for a project with University departments and outside vendors to deliver projects in a timely manner. Diagnose and troubleshoot building automation issues utilizing the Energy Management System and work with mechanical trades and CPDC engineering to resolve these issues. Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.

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