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BMS Controls Lead

BAM UK & Ireland Enabling Services Limited

Plymouth

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure is seeking a BMS Controls Lead to oversee the delivery of BMS systems at a Royal Navy site in Plymouth. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading energy efficiency initiatives. Suitable candidates will have extensive experience in BMS systems, strong leadership abilities, and the capability to interpret technical specifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
8% matched pension contributions
Private healthcare
Life assurance
26 days holiday
2 wellbeing days
1 volunteering day

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as BMS Controls Manager or Senior BMS Engineer.
  • In-depth knowledge of BMS platforms and HVAC systems.
  • Strong understanding of UK legislation and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee BMS systems operations and installation across multiple sites.
  • Lead a team ensuring effective delivery of maintenance.
  • Collaborate on carbon reduction and energy efficiency goals.

Skills

Leadership
Project Management
Communication
Data Analysis

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Building Services Engineering or Electrical Engineering
IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety certification

Tools

Trend
Siemens
Schneider
Tridium/Niagara

Job description

We are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced BMS Controls Lead (Building Energy Management System).

Due to the site being a high Security Military Naval base, additional security checks will need to be made BPSS level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 8 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role.

Your work environment BAM operates a flexible working policy People are at the heart of what we do at Bam. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We're on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. Your mission Oversee the operation and installation/commissioning of all BMS systems across multiple sites or a large-scale facility. Lead a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring effective delivery of all planned and reactive maintenance related to BMS. Collaborate with Facilities, Energy Management, and Sustainability teams to support carbon reduction and energy efficiency goals. Provide expert advice on BMS design, specification, installation, and commissioning for new projects or refurbishments. Identify and implement opportunities for system optimisation and cost savings through data analysis and performance monitoring. Manage third-party service providers, ensuring SLAs and compliance standards are met. Ensure BMS systems remain secure, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant regulations and best practices. Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation related to BMS operations and projects. Lead fault-finding and diagnostics for complex system issues and provide technical support to the wider team. Who are we looking for? Proven experience in a similar BMS Controls Manager or Senior BMS Engineer role. In-depth knowledge of BMS platforms such as Trend, Siemens, Schneider, Tridium/Niagara, or equivalent. Strong understanding of HVAC systems, electrical engineering, and building services. Experience with energy management systems and sustainability initiatives. Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and schematics. Familiarity with relevant UK legislation and health & safety standards (e.g. SFG20, CIBSE, ISO standards).

Desirable:

Degree or HND/HNC in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety certification. Experience in a highly regulated or complex environment (e.g. nuclear environments). Whats in it for you? Competitive salary A wide range of family-friendly policies Company car/car allowance/travel allowance 8 % matched pension contributions Private healthcare Life assurance 26 days holiday 2 wellbeing days 1 volunteering day Personal and professional development

BAM Infrastructure is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.


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