BMS Project Engineer

Johnson Controls; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a BMS Project Design Engineer to lead the design and technical solutions for Building Management Systems. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to develop efficient solutions, ensuring compliance with UK industry standards. With a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for those seeking a remote or hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Employee assistance program

Holiday purchase

Qualifications

• Experience in BMS solution design and project cost estimation.
• Strong technical ability working on small, large, and complex BMS projects.
• Knowledge of identifying BMS specifications and system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess technical requirements for BMS integration.
• Develop optimized and cost-effective BMS solutions.
• Prepare technical documents including compliance checklists.

Skills

BMS solution design

Project cost estimation

Technical ability in BMS projects

Education

BCRIA Certification / Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Visio

Microsoft Office

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As a BMS Project Design Engineer, you will lead the solution development, design, costing, and technical value proposition in response to customer specifications and client requirements.

This is a remote or hybrid-based position with approximately 20% travel expected.

How you will do it

• Assess technical requirements for BMS integration, ensuring alignment with client needs and industry best practices.
• Work closely with external and internal stakeholders to develop optimized and cost-effective BMS solutions.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective and competitive services/products.
• Prepare technical documents, including system architecture, technical solution descriptions, and compliance checklists.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising functionality or performance, ensuring the most efficient solution for the project.
• Incorporate client feedback, market insights, and competitive intelligence to refine technical proposals and contribute to project success.
• Align designs with UK industry standards, building regulations, and energy efficiency mandates to maintain project viability.
• Create detailed cost breakdowns, ensuring transparency in scope-to-cost alignment. Conduct cost walkthroughs with clients and contractors to validate budget accuracy and optimized pricing strategies.
• Assist the sales team in solution validation, prepare and present technical information, and address client concerns effectively.
• Analyze competitor solutions to position proposals effectively, ensuring differentiation in value, performance, and innovation.

What we look for

Required

• Experience in BMS solution design and project cost estimation.
• Strong technical ability working on small, large, and complex BMS projects.
• Ability to use PDF documents & drawings, MS Visio, and all Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge and experience in identifying BMS specifications, scope of work, and system requirements.
• Knowledge of designing BMS main structure and operation scenarios in line with specifications and requirements.

Preferred

• BCRIA Certification / Engineering Degree.
• Ability to create/control valve and actuator selection and create valve schedules.
• AutoCAD experience.

If you are successful, we offer a company culture that promotes work-life balance, a commitment to continued learning and development, access to mental health support, and a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, discounts on security products, cycle to work scheme, eye care vouchers, and holiday purchase.