The Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) provides complete and integrated planning and design services, construction management, and building renewal, maintenance, and operations management to maintain the physical resources of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) campus.
The Associate Director of Building Mechanical Systems:
• Is responsible for strategic planning, design, modernization, installation, operation, and maintenance programs for portfolio-wide building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, building automation. and direct digital controls, FAS facilities portfolio includes 250+ buildings, approximately 10M sq. ft.
• Directs Office of Physical Resources and Planning (OPRP) involvement in integrating new control system technology with outside vendor(s) and Harvard University Information Technology in building operations and construction. Plans, develops, and coordinates relevant networks. Works with departments across the University (i.e. Engineering and Utilities, Operations Center) to ensure proper configuration and management of FAS facilities systems.
• Manages capital projects for building controls throughout the portfolio.
• Works closely with the Director on security to ensure security and physical access control systems align with mechanical systems.
• Serves as FAS Energy Manager and manages the Energy Team and FAS-wide Utilities consumption. In accordance with the Harvard Climate Action Plan, is responsible for the oversight and implementation of short and long-term projects and strategies that increase energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and minimize unnecessary consumption. Works with the Energy Team to identify goals, and calculate budget and project savings for each project.
• Create and monitor the utility budget including calculation of current energy costs and identification of potential savings for upcoming projects.
• Prepare budget reports and cost estimates for senior leadership.
• Reviews HVAC, mechanical, BAS, DDC, and other multi-building contracts, proposals, and service agreements upon request.
• Participates in design review for major renovations, new construction projects, and House Renewal.
• Promotes, builds, and maintains good relations with the campus community. Keeps OPRP senior leadership informed of campus needs, systems status, and actual or potential occupant problems.
Basic Qualifications:
• Eight years of experience in building management, construction, and technology, with an emphasis on new computer-based technologies.
• Experience with computer-based building controls and networking technology.
• Knowledge of building operations, particularly mechanical and electrical systems operations and maintenance. Experience setting direction and managing major upgrades of computer-based building controls, including integrating new facilities into an expanding control network and program.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
• Experience with Siemens Desigo CC and Schneider Ecostruxture (ENE Systems) Building Automation System preferred.
• College degree preferred.
Physical Requirements: Walking: buildings, stairs, roofs, and mechanical spaces.
Working Conditions: During emergency situations and severe inclement weather this position is designated as essential and critical to the operations of the FAS.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume. We regret that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.