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The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.
The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.
Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.
Our Market Offerings Include:
Real Estate & Workplace
Facilities Management
Facilities Operations & Maintenance
Project Management & Engineering
Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
Mission Support
Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
Technology Solutions
Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.
The Building People LLC, are seeking an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer with advanced Niagara N4 experience to support the U.S. Army Reserve's Enterprise Building Control System (EBCS) program. This position is responsible for programming, integrating, commissioning, and troubleshooting Niagara-based building automation systems across a seven-state region. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex controls challenges, optimizing HVAC system performance, and working independently on high-impact federal facilities projects.
Travel: Approximately 25% overnight travel throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Company-paid travel.
Primary Responsibilities
Program, configure, commission, and troubleshoot Niagara N4 building automation systems.
Upgrade existing JACE controllers to current EBCS standards.
Integrate field devices and JACEs into the Army Reserve Enterprise Building Control System (EBCS).
Configure graphics, databases, network communications, and control sequences.
Diagnose and resolve HVAC controls issues including sensors, programming, communications, and network faults.
Support Retro-Commissioning (Retro-Cx) projects through controls QA/QC.
Perform startup, commissioning, and functional performance testing.
Monitor enterprise BAS systems and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and Army Reserve personnel.
Provide owner training and technical support.
Project Support
Attend EBCS stakeholder meetings.
Support contractor integrations.
Review controls work for quality.
Assist with project management.
Maintain project documentation.
- This position will require a minimum of 25% travel
- Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
- Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
- Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at
[email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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Required Qualifications
2+ years programming Niagara N4 Building Automation Systems
Experience with JACE controllers
Niagara Workbench
BACnet, Modbus, LON
HVAC controls troubleshooting
DDC programming
Ability to travel approximately 25%
Preferred Qualifications
Tridium Niagara Certification
Army Reserve EBCS experience
Analytics experience
Retro-Cx experience
HVAC service background
Physical Requirements
Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs.
Must be willing to work at heights.
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
