Sr. Building Automation Specialist

ControlsJobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Robust PTO

Campus parking

Job summary

ControlsJobs seeks a Senior Building Automation Specialist on-site in Washington, DC, embedded with a major university. You will design and optimize BAS control strategies, connect MEP design to building operations, and drive measurable energy savings across campus facilities.

The role emphasizes commissioning, vendor coordination, and training facilities staff on updated controls and dashboards, with minimal travel and strong potential for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Senior BAS/controls experience on campus environments, hospitals, or multi-building portfolios.
• Hands-on experience with major BAS platforms (Delta, Distech, Siemens, Honeywell, JCI).
• Deep understanding of HVAC equipment and central plant optimization (chillers, boilers, AHUs, VAVs).
• Experience in commissioning, testing, and writing sequences of operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed BAS and mechanical system evaluations across campus facilities.
• Review and enhance sequences of operation to boost energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Engineer, program, and implement customized BAS control logic from scratch.
• Lead commissioning, re-commissioning, and performance verification activities.
• Coordinate BAS installations and manage contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support bid development, scope definition, and estimates/BOQs.
• Train facilities personnel on BAS operations, dashboards, and updated control strategies.
• Monitor post-project performance to maintain KPIs and energy savings.
• Prepare and maintain complete documentation including as-builts and test scripts.

Skills

Senior BAS/controls

Project management

Communication skills

HVAC optimization

Tools

Delta

Distech

Siemens

Honeywell

JCI

Job description

Sr. Building Automation Specialist – Washington, D.C. – Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

About the Opportunity

A respected energy-efficiency and smart-building integration firm is seeking an experiencedSr. Building Automation Specialist to support a major university in Washington, D.C.In this campus-embedded role, you will connect advanced MEP design with real building operation—developing customcontrol strategies, improving mechanical system performance, and driving measurable gains in efficiency, comfort,and sustainability.

• Title: Sr. Building Automation Specialist
• Location: Washington, D.C. (on-site at a major university campus)
• Bonus: Discretionary
• Travel: Minimal; campus-based position
• Leadership: Prior mentoring or PM experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed BAS and mechanical system evaluations across campus facilities
• Review and enhance sequences of operation to boost energy efficiency and occupant comfort
• Engineer, program, and implement customized BAS control logic (including from-scratch programming)
• Lead commissioning, re-commissioning, and performance verification activities
• Coordinate BAS installations and manage contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams
• Support bid development, scope definition, and preparation of estimates/BOQs
• Assist construction management teams in developing technical RFP inputs
• Train facilities personnel on BAS operations, dashboards, and updated control strategies
• Monitor post-project performance to maintain KPIs and long-term energy savings
• Prepare and maintain complete documentation, including as-builts, test scripts, and O&M materials

Ideal Candidate

• Senior-level BAS/controls experience on campus environments, hospitals, or multi-building portfolios
• Extensive hands-on work with top BAS platforms (Delta, Distech, Siemens, Honeywell, JCI, etc.)
• Deep understanding of HVAC equipment and central plant optimization (chillers, boilers, AHUs, VAVs)
• Skilled in commissioning, functional testing, and writing or modifying sequences of operation
• Ability to manage field activities, timelines, subcontractors, and multiple stakeholder groups
• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide junior controls personnel
• Knowledge of energy-efficiency strategies, M&V, and ROI-focused performance improvements

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary range: $100,000 – $155,000 (based on experience)
• Discretionary bonus structure
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with generous employer contributions (Day 1 eligibility)
• 401(k) with company contribution after eligibility period
• Robust PTO package: 3 weeks vacation, 5 personal days, ~10 holidays, plus winter office closure
• Campus parking provided; negligible travel requirements
• Professional growth within a mission-driven and sustainability-focused team

If you thrive in complex building environments and excel at turning BAS data into real operational improvements,this Washington, D.C.–based role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives on a premier university campus.