Lead Project Manager, Building Automation (BMS)

Techstream Systems Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Techstream Systems Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead BMS projects from design through commissioning and handover. You will coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires strong project planning, risk management, and leadership capabilities, with a focus on safety, quality, and budget discipline across a diverse project

Qualifications

• Experience delivering BMS projects from design to handover.
• Strong planning, commercial management, and risk mitigation.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead BMS projects from contract award through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, delivery plans, budgets, and milestones.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities for successful delivery.
• Monitor budgets, variations, cash flow and commercial performance.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and internal project resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and head contractors.

Skills

Project management

BMS knowledge

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Metasys / Johnson Controls

AutoCAD

Job description

Techstream Systems is a well-established building automation and smart buildings specialist, delivering BMS solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure environments. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Melbourne team and lead the successful delivery of projects ranging from new construction developments to building upgrades, retrofits, and tenancy fit-outs.

At Techstream, we foster a collaborative, professional, and technically focused culture where individuals are empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact. We value teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of our growing business, you will work alongside experienced industry professionals while continuing to develop your technical and leadership capabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of BMS projects from design through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with engineering, commissioning, and site teams, as well as clients, consultants, and subcontractors, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required technical and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage BMS projects from contract award through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.

· Develop and maintain project programmes, delivery plans, resource requirements, budgets, and key project milestones.

· Lead the BMS design process, including design reviews, technical submissions, shop drawings, functional descriptions, and system architecture development.

· Coordinate engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities to ensure successful project delivery.

· Monitor and manage project budgets, forecasts, variations, cash flow, and overall commercial performance.

· Manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project resources.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, head contractors, and other key project stakeholders.

· Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, programme constraints, and delivery challenges.

· Ensure project documentation, quality assurance requirements, safety obligations, and contractual commitments are effectively managed.

· Oversee project commissioning, handover, defect resolution, and close-out activities to achieve successful project outcomes.

About You

We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional with:

· Previous Project Management or Project Engineering experience within Building Automation, Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related building services discipline.

· Strong understanding of BMS project delivery and construction project lifecycles.

· Sound knowledge of BMS design principles, HVAC systems, and control strategies.

· Ability to review and coordinate mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications, and BMS design documentation.

· Strong project planning, organisational, and commercial management skills.

· Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams.

· Proven ability to manage project budgets, variations, schedules, and project risks.

· Well-developed communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

· A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to take ownership and successfully deliver multiple projects concurrently.

· A commitment to safety, quality, and achieving successful project outcomes.

Technical Experience (Highly Regarded)

· Experience with Tridium Niagara will be highly regarded.

· Exposure to Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell ComfortPoint, or other leading BMS platforms will also be viewed favourably but is not essential.

· While the successful candidate is not expected to be a hands-on programmer, they will possess a strong technical understanding of BMS design, system architecture, HVAC integration, and project delivery to effectively lead engineering teams and support successful project outcomes.

Joining Techstream Systems provides the opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects while developing your career within a growing and forward-thinking organisation.

We offer:

· Strong career progression opportunities as the business continues to expand.

· The opportunity to lead and deliver significant BMS projects from inception through to completion.

· Exposure to major commercial developments, critical facilities, and premium building assets.

· A diverse project portfolio spanning new construction, upgrades, retrofits, and smart building initiatives.

· Exposure to a range of leading BMS platforms, technologies, and integrated building systems.

· Opportunities to broaden your expertise in smart buildings, analytics, energy optimisation, and digital building solutions.

· Support from an experienced engineering, commissioning, and project delivery team.

· Ongoing training, professional development, and technical growth opportunities.

· Clear pathways into Senior Project Management, Operations, and leadership positions.

· Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and capability.

If you are an experienced BMS or building services professional who enjoys leading projects, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering successful project outcomes, we encourage you to apply and become part of Techstream Systems' continued growth and success.

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