Operations Research Specialist (Secret Clearance)
Washington, DC
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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, has a position open for a Operations Research Specialist with an active Secret Clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Apply advanced analytical and quantitative methods to support decision-making for facility operations, resource allocation, and process optimization.
• Develop mathematical models, simulations, and forecasting tools to analyze operational scenarios and recommend solutions.
• Collect, validate, and interpret large datasets related to facility performance, maintenance, energy usage, and space utilization.
• Conduct cost-benefit, risk, and lifecycle analyses to inform project planning and investment decisions.
• Support the development of performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and dashboards for monitoring campus operations.
• Prepare technical reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, management analysts, and other team members to integrate research findings into strategic planning and operational improvements.
• Advise DHS leadership on the implications of analytical results for policy, planning, and resource
$100,000-$124,000
Experience/Skills:
• Active Secret Clearance
• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations research, data analysis, or quantitative modeling, preferably in a federal or large-scale facilities environment.
• Proficiency in mathematical modeling, simulation, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, R, Python, SAS).
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of federal facility operations, project management, and performance measurement is preferred.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related quantitative field required.
*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 reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com 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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