AstraZeneca · 17 hours ago
Building Management System Lead
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expAstraZeneca is a company where complex, technical projects and new developments are a daily reality, and they are seeking a Building Management System Lead. The role involves overseeing the operation, maintenance, and optimization of the BMS, managing vendor relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving performance optimization initiatives.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
BMS Operations Leadership: Oversee the operation, maintenance, and optimization of the Automated Logic WebCTRL BMS and integrated systems to deliver high availability, minimal downtime, and efficient energy usage
Vendor Partnership Management: Lead relationships with BMS solution providers, ensuring adherence to KPIs, governance models, and service quality that supports strategic performance goals
Project Delivery: Scope and deliver upgrades, retrofits, and new installations on time, within scope, and on budget, progressing from immediate operational gains to long-term capability building
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all BMS activities meet AAALAC, AstraZeneca SOPs, and industry best practices, safeguarding critical environments and audit readiness
Performance Optimization: Identify and execute technology upgrades, process improvements, and energy-saving initiatives that reduce cost, boost reliability, and elevate user experience
Systems Integration: Collaborate with IT and key stakeholders to integrate BMS with security, lighting, and HVAC, creating a unified smart building approach that unlocks data and decision-making
Monitoring and Reporting: Develop and implement a robust monitoring strategy, providing regular performance reports and actionable recommendations that guide continuous improvement
Alarming Strategy and Governance: Manage and create alarming, rules, and procedures within the BMS to ensure timely, accurate responses and clear operational ownership
Training and Guidance: Provide technical guidance and training to facilities staff, building troubleshooting confidence and best-practice consistency across teams
Critical Alarming and Reporting: Own site and science-critical alarming and reporting, ensuring rapid escalation, transparent communication, and resilient protection of essential spaces
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Automation, or a related field is required or 15+ hand-on experience
At least 5 years of experience in building automation systems, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment
In-depth knowledge of BMS (building management systems) technology, including HVAC control, energy management, and system integration is essential
Proven experience in managing BMS projects, including planning, execution, and financial oversight is necessary
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose system issues and develop effective solutions are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to a non-technical audience, are needed
Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with a track record of fostering a culture of continuous improvement, are essential
Preferred
Experience and knowledge with applying Six Sigma to R&D
Experience working in a LEAN environment
Experience with Automated Logic WebCTRL platform or similar (e.g. Honeywell, Siemens, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Tridium Niagara)
Familiarity with protocols and standards such as BACnet, MSTP, Modbus
Benefits
Eligibility for various incentives
Short-term incentive bonuses
Equity-based awards for salaried roles
Commissions for sales roles
Qualified retirement programs
Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Company
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets prescription medicines. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
10001+ employees
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$5.26B2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.51B
2023-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2023-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
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Pascal Soriot
Chief Executive Officer
Aradhana Sarin
Group CFO and Executive Director
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