BMS Applications Engineer

Metropolitan Services; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

Private Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension Scheme

Length of Service reward scheme

Tradepoint discount scheme

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Metropolitan Services is looking for a BMS Application Engineer to enhance building operations through effective design and support of control and monitoring systems. You will work mainly from our office in Canary Wharf, engaging in travel to project sites as needed. You are expected to have significant construction industry experience and proficiency with BMS software systems.

This role includes competitive benefits including private healthcare and opportunities for professional development through the Employee-Owned Trust scheme.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project engineer experience in BMS and control systems.
• Strong software background with Distech, Niagara, and Trend.
• Excellent communication skills to present technical data to non-technical individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote compliance with HSEQ standards.
• Develop relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Integrate BMS systems using protocols like BACnet and Modbus.
• Configure BMS software for various building types.
• Maintain project documentation standards.
• Optimize energy efficiency in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project engineer experience in construction industry

Software experience with Distech, Niagara, and Trend

Good verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft programmes

Experience working on large projects

Problem Solving skills

Experience managing H&S in construction

Valid Safe pass site card

Experience in Datacentres

Knowledge of Metasys, Tridium, or Trend

First Aid & SMSTS/SSSTS certification

Knowledge of contractual requirements

Tools

BMS software

Graphical editing software

Job description

Job Description

The BMS Application Engineer role is a Technical role focused on designing, configuring and supporting systems that control and monitor building operations like HVAC, lighting and energy usage.

Type of contract: Permanent

Department: BMS

Hours: Mon – Fri, 07:00am - 04:00pm, 45 hours per week.

Location: London, Canary Wharf – travel may be required and WFH may be possible when current workload suits.

Salary: Dependent on experience

Requirements

• 3 Year’s project engineer experience in the construction industry, with experience in BMS and control systems.
• Software experience with Distech, Niagara and Trend
• Good verbal and written skills, ability to communicate technical information to a non‑technical audience
• Proficient in Microsoft programmes including Excel, Word & Project
• Experience working on large projects (£1-£3M in value)
• Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines
• Ability to work on Problem Solving , diagnosing faults in live building
• Experience of managing H&S in a construction environment
• Valid Safe pass site card
• Experience working within Datacentres / critical infrastructure environments
• Knowledge of Metasys, Tridium, Trend or any OEM BMS platform
• First Aid & SMSTS / SSSTS
• Knowledge of necessary Contractual procedures and requirements (e.g. the Construction Act)
• Edit and enhance graphics, illustrations, and layouts to improve clarity and visual appeal

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, promote the highest of standards with regards to HSEQ best practice, ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, ISO accreditations and legislative requirements in all instances.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and vendors
• Integrate systems using protocols like BACnet, Modbus, or KNXDesign and configure BMS software for buildings (offices, Labs, data centres)
• Graphic and Supervisor set-ups, adjustments and point commissioning
• Drive standardisation throughout the organisation, ensuring project documentation is consistent
• Engage with Supply Chain & Subcontract organisations
• Optimize energy efficiency and ensure systems meet regulations.
• Undertake risk reviews
• Programme control strategies for HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning)
• Maintain relevant certifications and licenses

Benefits

• Following 12 months of continuous employment, you are entitled to become a beneficiary of the Employee‑Owned Trust (EOT) scheme.
• Private Healthcare for you and your dependents
• Private Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Pension Scheme.
• Length of Service reward scheme.
• Tradepoint discount scheme.
• Family‑friendly benefits