BMS Design Department Lead

Crucial People Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in Building and Energy Management Systems is seeking a BMS Design Department Lead in Greater London. In this role, you will manage and inspire the design team, ensuring all control system designs meet exceptional standards. Key responsibilities involve overseeing departmental operations, quality checking designs, and mentoring junior engineers. Strong leadership, knowledge of smart building concepts, and the ability to engage with stakeholders are essential. Competitive benefits include a matched pension contribution and private medical insurance.

Benefits

4.5% Matched Pension Contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Income Protection Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Insurance (4 x Salary)

Discretionary sick pay

Health Insurance

Healthshield Cash Plan

Extensive Training and Development

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in BMS design teams.
• Knowledge of smart building technologies.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the BMS Design Department operations.
• Review and approve design deliverables.
• Collaborate with external suppliers and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team growth.

Skills

Proven leadership experience managing BMS design teams on large-scale construction projects

Strong knowledge of Schneider, Distech, Tridium, Delta, and smart building concepts

Experience liaising with contractors, design teams, and senior stakeholders

Ability to review engineered solutions, identify risks, and produce key engineering documentation

Solid understanding of M&E building services, IT networks, and cloud-based technologies

CSCS cardholder (or willing to obtain)

Job description

BMS Design Department Lead – Coulsdon / London

Crucial People is partnered with a market-leading innovator in Building and Energy Management Systems, renowned for delivering high-value projects across commercial and industrial sectors.

Recognised by industry awards and a proud member of the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), this company operates at the cutting edge of building automation. With a growing team of talented engineers, a portfolio of high-profile London projects, and a reputation for excellence, this is an opportunity to lead a department that drives innovation in the built environment.

About the role

As BMS Design Department Lead, you will manage and inspire the design team, ensuring all control system designs meet the highest technical, compliance, and quality standards.

You will oversee day-to-day department operations, approve and quality-check designs, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to keep the team at the forefront of industry innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the BMS Design Department, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Review, approve, and quality-check all design deliverables in line with ISO 9001 standards.
• Oversee panel design and build processes.
• Conduct design reviews with project and design managers; attend handovers and meetings.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to source technical data.
• Identify design variations and commercial or technical risks.
• Monitor design hours to ensure projects are delivered efficiently.
• Support claims for additional works and identify value opportunities.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Skills and Experience

• Proven leadership experience managing BMS design teams on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Schneider, Distech, Tridium, Delta, and smart building concepts.
• Experience liaising with contractors, design teams, and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to review engineered solutions, identify risks, and produce key engineering documentation.
• Solid understanding of M&E building services, IT networks, and cloud-based technologies.
• CSCS cardholder (or willing to obtain).

What's in it for me

Following an initial probation period:

• 4.5% Matched Pension Contribution (subject to 3 months employment)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance (subject to 6 months service)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Insurance (4 x Salary)
• Discretionary sick pay
• Health Insurance (subject to passing probation)
• Healthshield Cash Plan (subject to 6 months service)
• Extensive Training and Development

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This is your chance to take the next step in your career.

You must have a Right To Work in the UK - No sponsorship is available