BMS Technical Specialist - CIRS
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Facilities Management, Level E
Job Title
BMS Technical Specialist - CIRS
Department
Energy Conservation and Innovation Specialists | Energy and Water Services
Compensation Range
$8,305.08 - $12,952.33 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.
Posting End Date
September 11, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Ongoing
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Description Summary
UBC Energy and Water Services oversees the overall management of energy and water at the UBC Vancouver Campus, working within a mandate of fiscal efficiency, operational excellence, environmental sustainability and innovative demonstrations.
The Technical Specialist, Building Management System, assists the Manager, Building Management System overseeing the operation of the university s automated computer based building management system (B.M.S.) with special emphasis on the Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (CIRS) building. The B.M.S. functions primarily to control and monitor the operation of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and other systems to optimize energy use as directed by Operational Sustainability energy guidelines while maintaining satisfactory environmental conditions.
Organizational Status
The Technical Specialist, Building Management System reports to the Manager, Building Management Systems of the Energy and Water department. The BMS Technical Specialist may also receive direction from the Associate Director, UBC Sustainability Initiative (USI) and CIRS.
Work Performed
Oversees the operation and maintenance of computer based BMS, including client/server hardware and software, auxiliary control units, network devices, and all other components of an integrated system. The BMS Technical Specialist ensures that heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) and other systems under automated control are operated in accordance with defined control strategies to ensure established energy management guidelines.
Works with the BMS Manager to improve, develop and implement operating policies, procedures, and guidelines which give direction, maintain security requirements and accessibility levels, and provide an efficient, effective operation.
Works collaboratively with the Energy Conservation team to implement the Energy Management Plan, provides input on energy conservation and efficiency projects; assists in development of long-range plans for energy conservation and efficiency, campus energy standards, and policies and procedures designed to maintain an effective conservation program.
Reviews and/or develops energy management, HVAC BMS software programs that that result in sustained reductions in energy use while maintaining appropriate environmental conditions.
In conjunction with the BMS, Manager reviews new projects during all phases of design and construction to ensure that the necessary information is available, and efforts are coordinated, to satisfactorily complete jobs.
Liaises with users, provides advice, and expedites projects involving BMS and where Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning system is affected by B.M.S.; assists other staff in using BMS as a diagnostic tool.
Liaises with and provides support to the CIRS research community in regard to BMS related issues and demonstration projects.
Reviews and approves maintenance work requests for the BMS and its peripherals; determines the required scope of work and approves the associated costs; administers and co-ordinates the work of UBC personnel or contractors working on the B.M.S. This ensures that a high standard of workmanship is attained and that appropriate codes, regulations and safety standards are adhered to.
Liaises with contractors, consultants, suppliers in matters regarding the BMS and represents UBC in the testing, inspection and the commissioning of new construction work for BMS alterations or expansion.
Carries out studies, prepares reports and maintains system documentation and records related to system documentation.
Prepares project budgets and recommends projects to reduce costs and/or improve conservation of energy while maintaining building environment comfort levels; recommends, designs and implements programming changes as required.
Conducts the safety program of the department within the section and acts as an elected officer of the Trades Safety Committee as required.
Responsible for the delivery of capital projects related to BMS expansion, alterations and upgrades to the existing system and projects designed to increase energy efficient operation of the campus mechanical/electrical systems; reviews drawings and specifications for new projects and comments on their effect. Assists in the co-ordination of any alterations or extensions; represents UBC in the testing, inspection and the commissioning of new construction work for BMS alterations or expansion.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
a) Preparing business cases for BMS expansion, alteration and upgrade projects.
b) Preparing scope of work documents.
c) Confirming and documenting the detailed scope of work.
d) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the development,
review and approval of design and construction documents based on the
project scope and budget, as well as UBC regulations and guidelines.
e) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the pre-construction
phase of the project.
f) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the construction
phase of the project:
Provides training and direction to tradespersons in the use of B.M.S., making recommendations with regard to their suitability and trainability.
Provides commissioning and review services for BMS upgrade and addition projects.
Prepares written reports detailing: BMS upgrade projects scope, progress, costs, status, affect and results achieved.
Assist in the development of content for our building performance displays and sustainability indicator displays.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The area supervised requires constant close attention since it is the major environmental control system for the University buildings. Shutdowns could have serious and costly consequences. Where errors occur, result in increased costs through energy, time and dissatisfied clients.
Supervision Received
Within areas of technical competence and expertise, works independently in consideration of established practices, policies and broad procedures. References superior in problem situations or for decisions on matters affecting other than normal day-to-day operations.
Supervision Given
There is no direct supervision associated with this position.
Minimum Qualifications
-
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
-
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Eligibility for membership in a professional Institute or Association.Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred. Eligible for registration with the B.C. Professional Engineers Association. Certified Building or Instrumentation Engineering Technologist will also be considered.Minimum of six years experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience and training in design, installation or operation of large computer based building automation systems used to control and monitor heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other building support systems in institutional or commercial environments. Significant experience with the following commercial building management systems, Siemens System 600, Delta Controls, Johnson Controls and Honeywell s EBI, Energy Manager software and interfaces. Industrial instrumentation experience an asset, good knowledge of Alan Bradly PLC s required. Familiarity with green building design and operations, LEED and the Living Building Challenge. Familiarity with website content development applications. Knowledge of computer networks, direct digital control, pneumatic control, electric/electronic control systems and their application to complex heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other building support systems. Experience with Windows based PC applications, including MS-Office [Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook]. Ability to use appropriate computer languages and programming skills applicable to commercial building automation systems. Ability to write technical reports, develop data gathering methodologies and schedules. Ability to make oral presentations. Ability to liaise with other technical and non-technical people including other Building Operations personnel and researchers (faculty and graduate students). Good background knowledge regarding sustainability imperatives, renewable energy, energy efficiency. Requires well-developed organizational skills with the ability to deal with many projects and tasks simultaneously. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills as the Building Technician will be responsible for gathering , processing and analyzing building performance data
BMS Technical Specialist - CIRS
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Facilities Management, Level E
Job Title
BMS Technical Specialist - CIRS
Department
Energy Conservation and Innovation Specialists | Energy and Water Services
Compensation Range
$8,305.08 - $12,952.33 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.
Posting End Date
September 11, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Ongoing
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Description Summary
UBC Energy and Water Services oversees the overall management of energy and water at the UBC Vancouver Campus, working within a mandate of fiscal efficiency, operational excellence, environmental sustainability and innovative demonstrations.
The Technical Specialist, Building Management System, assists the Manager, Building Management System overseeing the operation of the university s automated computer based building management system (B.M.S.) with special emphasis on the Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (CIRS) building. The B.M.S. functions primarily to control and monitor the operation of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and other systems to optimize energy use as directed by Operational Sustainability energy guidelines while maintaining satisfactory environmental conditions.
Organizational Status
The Technical Specialist, Building Management System reports to the Manager, Building Management Systems of the Energy and Water department. The BMS Technical Specialist may also receive direction from the Associate Director, UBC Sustainability Initiative (USI) and CIRS.
Work Performed
Oversees the operation and maintenance of computer based BMS, including client/server hardware and software, auxiliary control units, network devices, and all other components of an integrated system. The BMS Technical Specialist ensures that heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) and other systems under automated control are operated in accordance with defined control strategies to ensure established energy management guidelines.
Works with the BMS Manager to improve, develop and implement operating policies, procedures, and guidelines which give direction, maintain security requirements and accessibility levels, and provide an efficient, effective operation.
Works collaboratively with the Energy Conservation team to implement the Energy Management Plan, provides input on energy conservation and efficiency projects; assists in development of long-range plans for energy conservation and efficiency, campus energy standards, and policies and procedures designed to maintain an effective conservation program.
Reviews and/or develops energy management, HVAC BMS software programs that that result in sustained reductions in energy use while maintaining appropriate environmental conditions.
In conjunction with the BMS, Manager reviews new projects during all phases of design and construction to ensure that the necessary information is available, and efforts are coordinated, to satisfactorily complete jobs.
Liaises with users, provides advice, and expedites projects involving BMS and where Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning system is affected by B.M.S.; assists other staff in using BMS as a diagnostic tool.
Liaises with and provides support to the CIRS research community in regard to BMS related issues and demonstration projects.
Reviews and approves maintenance work requests for the BMS and its peripherals; determines the required scope of work and approves the associated costs; administers and co-ordinates the work of UBC personnel or contractors working on the B.M.S. This ensures that a high standard of workmanship is attained and that appropriate codes, regulations and safety standards are adhered to.
Liaises with contractors, consultants, suppliers in matters regarding the BMS and represents UBC in the testing, inspection and the commissioning of new construction work for BMS alterations or expansion.
Carries out studies, prepares reports and maintains system documentation and records related to system documentation.
Prepares project budgets and recommends projects to reduce costs and/or improve conservation of energy while maintaining building environment comfort levels; recommends, designs and implements programming changes as required.
Conducts the safety program of the department within the section and acts as an elected officer of the Trades Safety Committee as required.
Responsible for the delivery of capital projects related to BMS expansion, alterations and upgrades to the existing system and projects designed to increase energy efficient operation of the campus mechanical/electrical systems; reviews drawings and specifications for new projects and comments on their effect. Assists in the co-ordination of any alterations or extensions; represents UBC in the testing, inspection and the commissioning of new construction work for BMS alterations or expansion.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
a) Preparing business cases for BMS expansion, alteration and upgrade projects.
b) Preparing scope of work documents.
c) Confirming and documenting the detailed scope of work.
d) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the development,
review and approval of design and construction documents based on the
project scope and budget, as well as UBC regulations and guidelines.
e) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the pre-construction
phase of the project.
f) Coordinating, monitoring and assisting the Project Team in the construction
phase of the project:
Provides training and direction to tradespersons in the use of B.M.S., making recommendations with regard to their suitability and trainability.
Provides commissioning and review services for BMS upgrade and addition projects.
Prepares written reports detailing: BMS upgrade projects scope, progress, costs, status, affect and results achieved.
Assist in the development of content for our building performance displays and sustainability indicator displays.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The area supervised requires constant close attention since it is the major environmental control system for the University buildings. Shutdowns could have serious and costly consequences. Where errors occur, result in increased costs through energy, time and dissatisfied clients.
Supervision Received
Within areas of technical competence and expertise, works independently in consideration of established practices, policies and broad procedures. References superior in problem situations or for decisions on matters affecting other than normal day-to-day operations.
Supervision Given
There is no direct supervision associated with this position.
Minimum Qualifications
-
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
-
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Eligibility for membership in a professional Institute or Association.Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred. Eligible for registration with the B.C. Professional Engineers Association. Certified Building or Instrumentation Engineering Technologist will also be considered.Minimum of six years experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience and training in design, installation or operation of large computer based building automation systems used to control and monitor heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other building support systems in institutional or commercial environments. Significant experience with the following commercial building management systems, Siemens System 600, Delta Controls, Johnson Controls and Honeywell s EBI, Energy Manager software and interfaces. Industrial instrumentation experience an asset, good knowledge of Alan Bradly PLC s required. Familiarity with green building design and operations, LEED and the Living Building Challenge. Familiarity with website content development applications. Knowledge of computer networks, direct digital control, pneumatic control, electric/electronic control systems and their application to complex heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other building support systems. Experience with Windows based PC applications, including MS-Office [Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook]. Ability to use appropriate computer languages and programming skills applicable to commercial building automation systems. Ability to write technical reports, develop data gathering methodologies and schedules. Ability to make oral presentations. Ability to liaise with other technical and non-technical people including other Building Operations personnel and researchers (faculty and graduate students). Good background knowledge regarding sustainability imperatives, renewable energy, energy efficiency. Requires well-developed organizational skills with the ability to deal with many projects and tasks simultaneously. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills as the Building Technician will be responsible for gathering , processing and analyzing building performance data