BMS Panel Designer & Estimator | CAD-Driven, Costing Expert

Actemium UK; Birmingham; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Shield

Pension

Ongoing professional development

Wellbeing benefits

Résumé du poste

Actemium UK in Birmingham is seeking a skilled BMS Panel Designer/Estimator. The role involves technical design of building management system control panels, ensuring accurate estimates and project delivery. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and workshop teams. Qualifications include proven experience in BMS design, proficiency in CAD software, and strong numeracy skills. The position offers competitive salary, pension, and health benefits, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in BMS or control panel design and estimating.
• Competent with AutoCAD; experience with panel layout tools desirable.
• Strong understanding of control components and enclosure specifications.
• Organised and able to manage multiple quotations within tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with standards for electrical panels and control systems.

Responsabilités

• Prepare detailed BMS panel designs and layouts using CAD.
• Produce accurate estimates and bills of materials for control panels.
• Develop panel schematics and wiring diagrams to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to clarify specifications and manage variations.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain prices and technical data.

Connaissances

BMS or control panel design

AutoCAD or equivalent electrical CAD software

Wiring schematics

Numeracy and commercial awareness

Effective communication

Knowledge of electrical panels and control systems

Formation

HNC/HND in Electrical, Control Systems, Electronic Engineering

Outils

E-Plan

Description du poste

Location: West Midlands / Site-based | 💼 Type: Full-time | 💰 Package: Competitive Salary+ Health Shield + Pension + Benefits

Summary

We are recruiting a skilled and organised

Location: West Midlands / Site-based | 💼 Type: Full-time | 💰 Package: Competitive Salary+ Health Shield + Pension + Benefits

Summary

We are recruiting a skilled and organised BMS Panel Designer/Estimator to join Actemium Birmingham. This role combines technical design of building management system (BMS) control panels with accurate estimating to support quotations and project delivery. You will work closely with project managers, engineers and workshop teams to produce panel designs, prepare bills of materials, costings and technical documentation to ensure panels are manufactured and delivered to specification, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed BMS panel designs and layouts using CAD and panel design software.
• Produce accurate estimates and bills of materials for control panels, including labour, components and subcontract items.
• Develop panel schematics, wiring diagrams and component schedules to meet project requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and procurement to clarify specifications, identify risks and manage variations.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain prices, lead times and technical data.
• Ensure drawings and documentation comply with company quality, SHEQ and design procedures.
• Support the workshop with build packs, assembly instructions and testing requirements.
• Review and update existing panel designs to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and standardise components.
• Attend site visits and client meetings as required to confirm scope and resolve technical queries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, cost saving initiatives and lessons learned activities.
  
  

About You

• Proven experience in BMS or control panel design and estimating within electrical, controls or automation sectors.
• Competent with AutoCAD or equivalent electrical CAD software; experience with panel layout tools desirable.
• Good understanding of wiring schematics, PLC/I/O, control components and enclosure specifications.
• Strong numeracy and commercial awareness with experience preparing accurate estimates and cost breakdowns.
• Organised, detail‑focused and able to manage multiple quotations and design tasks to tight deadlines.
• Effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with internal teams, suppliers and clients.
• Familiarity with relevant standards and good practice for electrical panels and control systems.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites and supplier premises.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical, Control Systems, Electronic Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in panel design/estimating or similar role.
• Experience working within SHEQ frameworks and following documented procedures.
• E‑Plan, BMS manufacturer training, and estimating experience (desirable).
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and pension provision.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with clear progression pathways across Actemium and VINCI Energies.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Opportunities to work on varied projects across multiple sectors and develop technical expertise.
  
  

Actemium Birmingham is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation.