BMS Applications Engineer

CBRE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate services firm is seeking a BMS Applications Engineer based in Birmingham. The role involves integrating building management systems, programming control applications, and providing technical support to clients. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in HVAC or a related field, with a minimum of three years of industry experience. Strong knowledge of BMS, HVAC, and Tridium Niagara is preferred. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years related industry experience or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create programming logic based on project specifications.
• Program control applications for user workstations and integration devices.
• Perform job site system checkout, commissioning, and testing.
• Develop system graphical user interfaces as per specifications.
• Deliver on-site customer operator training.
• Coordinate system installation with contractors.

Skills

Tridium Niagara

HVAC knowledge

BMS Knowledge

BMS Commissioning

BMS Programming and user interface engineering

Analytics experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

BMS Applications Engineer

Job ID 252065

Posted 11-Dec-2025

GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Birmingham - England, Edinburgh - Scotland, Leeds - England, Leicester - England, Liverpool - England, London - England, Manchester - England, Nottingham - England, Sheffield - England

The purpose of this position is to carry out Master Systems Integration of building management systems (BMS), build control databases, engineer user interfaces and set‑up control systems based on project specification and/or sale proposal. Provides on‑site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Performs field startup and system commissioning tasks as well as the remote installation of software and control programs.

Delivering projects on a global scale for large enterprise clients using industry leading technologies and processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, panel layouts, termination details and project specifications or sales proposal.
• Programs control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels and third‑party integration devices connected through multiple communications protocols.
• Performs job site system checkout, commissioning and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal and design documentation.
• Develops system graphical user interfaces, according to project specifications or sales proposal.
• Acts as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers.
• Delivers on‑site customer operator training on the use of the installed system.
• Performs system analysis and diagnostics. Determines corrective action to restore systems to proper operating condition.
• Coordinates system installation with installing contractors at the job site as required.
• Performs final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and job received signoff of substantial completion.
• Responsible for completing assigned projects according to project schedule and within budget.
• Identifies new business opportunities through organization memberships, industry publications and other means of remaining abreast of industry changes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to co‑workers. May coordinate and assign tasks to co‑workers within a work unit and/or project.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of three years related industry experience, or equivalent experience.

Other experience

• Tridium Niagara preferable
• HVAC knowledge
• BMS Knowledge
• BMS Commissioning
• BMS Programming and user interface engineering
• Analytics experience

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

• Tridium Niagara TCP preferred

A valid driver's license with a good driving record for applicable vehicles, without restrictions, or limiting conditions preferred

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. Errors in judgment may cause short‑term impact to co‑workers and supervisor.

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client‑centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.