BMS Project Engineer

Arcus FM Limited.; Theale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcus FM Limited is seeking an experienced BEMS Project Engineer to lead Building Energy Management System projects from design and software engineering through to commissioning, training, and handover. You’ll own the delivery of energy-efficient building controls across commercial, industrial, and public sector environments.

You’ll work closely with clients, contractors, consultants, and project teams to review specifications, develop graphics and points schedules, configure systems, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering BEMS projects from inception through commissioning and handover.
• Experience in BMS software engineering, graphics development, testing and commissioning.
• Experience across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, retail, or public sector buildings.
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and building controls.
• Managing technical interfaces with clients, consultants, M&E contractors, and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BMS projects from order receipt through practical completion.
• Review specifications, drawings, control philosophies and customer requirements.
• Develop BMS software, graphics, points schedules, and project documentation.
• Configure, test, and commission BMS systems.
• Identify and resolve technical issues throughout project delivery.
• Report project progress, risks, variations, and programme requirements.
• Deliver customer demonstrations, training, snag resolution, and handovers.
• Support cost control through effective engineering and project management.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, legislation and Health & Safety.

Skills

BEMS project delivery

BMS software engineering

HVAC/building services knowledge

Client & stakeholder management

Problem solving

Project coordination

Commissioning & handover

Communication

Education

BEMS/Controls Engineering qualification

Electrical/Building services qualification

Health & Safety qualification

CSCS or ECS card

Tools

Trend/Distech/Siemens/Schneider

BMS platforms training

Job description

Why Join Us

Location: Theale, Berkshire (RG7 4AB)

Department: Projects

Reporting to: Senior Project Manager

Build Smarter Buildings. Deliver Technical Excellence.

We're looking for an experienced BEMS Project Engineer to join our growing Projects team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong engineer who can take ownership of the delivery of Building Energy Management System projects from design and software engineering through to commissioning, client training, and final handover.

You'll play a key role in delivering energy-efficient and high-performing building control solutions across commercial, industrial, and public sector environments while working closely with clients, contractors, consultants, and project teams.

What You'll Be Doing

As a BEMS Project Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

• Delivering BMS projects from order receipt through to practical completion.
• Reviewing specifications, drawings, control philosophies, and customer requirements.
• Developing BMS software, graphics, points schedules, and project documentation.
• Configuring, testing, and commissioning BMS systems.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues throughout project delivery.
• Reporting project progress, risks, variations, and programme requirements.
• Delivering customer demonstrations, training, snag resolution, and handovers.
• Supporting cost control through effective engineering and project management.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures, legislation, and Health & Safety requirements.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Proven experience delivering Building Energy Management System (BEMS/BMS) projects from inception through to commissioning and handover.
• Strong experience in BMS software engineering, graphics development, testing and commissioning.
• Experience working across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, retail, or public sector buildings.
• A solid understanding of HVAC systems and building services controls.
• Experience managing technical interfaces with clients, consultants, M&E contractors, and subcontractors.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality and programme delivery.

Essential Technical Knowledge

You should have strong knowledge and experience of:

• BMS design principles, system architectures, and control strategies.
• Communication protocols including BACnet and Modbus.
• Network architectures such as TCP/IP, MSTP, and RS485.
• Field devices including sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, relays, metering equipment, and variable speed drives.
• Supervisor software, graphical interfaces, and control systems.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Project planning, programme management, and change control processes.

Desirable Qualifications & Training

• Qualification in BEMS, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• Relevant trade qualification.
• Current Health & Safety qualification.
• CSCS or ECS card.
• Manufacturer training or experience with Trend, Tridium, Distech, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or equivalent BMS platforms.

You'll be a technically capable engineer who is:

• Highly competent in BMS software engineering and commissioning.
• A strong problem solver who can diagnose and resolve complex controls issues.
• Organised and capable of planning work across multiple projects.
• Commercially aware and focused on delivering value to clients.
• A confident communicator, comfortable working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptable, resilient, and motivated by delivering successful project outcomes.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects, take ownership of end-to-end project delivery, and further develop your expertise within a supportive and growing business.

If you're an experienced BEMS professional looking to make an impact on the delivery of smart, energy-efficient buildings, we'd love to hear from you.