BMS Technical Manager

ISS Facility Services UK; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services UK is seeking a BMS Technical Manager to provide specialist Building Management System expertise across the UK portfolio, supporting the delivery of a best-in-class technical operation. You will lead technical efforts, drive compliance, and ensure BMS systems maximise reliability and efficiency.

You will work with Engineering Operations, Helpdesk, supply chain, IT stakeholders and central engineering to support BAU operations and strategic initiatives, promoting best

Qualifications

• Technical qualifications relevant to Building Management Systems, controls engineering, or building services.
• HNC/HND or Degree in an engineering, building services or related discipline.
• Manufacturer-specific BMS training or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Building Management System (BMS) Subject Matter Expert for operational teams.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance ensuring KPIs and SLAs are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and resolve BMS-related risks, issues and incidents across the estate.
• Review supplier maintenance reports and performance data for quality and governance.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and capital investment in BMS.
• Drive energy optimisation and support sustainability programmes via BMS technologies.

Skills

BMS expertise

Controls engineering

Electrical engineering

Building services

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in engineering

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Job description

We are seeking a BMS Technical Manager to provide specialist Building Management System (BMS) expertise across the UK portfolio, supporting the delivery of a best-in-class technical operation for ISS and its client.

The role will provide technical leadership, drive compliance, support operational performance and ensure BMS systems maximise reliability, efficiency and service continuity.

Job Description

Working closely with Engineering Operations teams, Helpdesk functions, supply chain partners, central engineering leadership and IT stakeholders, you will support both business-as-usual operations and strategic initiatives.

This includes promoting industry best practice, driving energy efficiency, supporting innovation and contributing to the development of Smart Places technology, integrating BMS, IoT and data-led maintenance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Building Management System (BMS) Subject Matter Expert, providing technical support and guidance to operational teams across the portfolio.
• Support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring contractual KPIs, SLAs and governance requirements are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to support effective service delivery.
• Monitor and support the resolution of BMS-related risks, issues, incidents and operational challenges across the estate.
• Review supplier maintenance reports and performance data, ensuring quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and the development of BMS capital investment and replacement programmes.
• Drive energy optimisation initiatives and support wider sustainability and energy management programmes through effective use of BMS technologies.
• Collaborate with central IT and engineering teams to support the rollout and ongoing development of Smart Places and connected building technologies.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Technical qualifications relevant to Building Management Systems, controls engineering, electrical engineering or building services.
• HNC, HND or Degree in an engineering, building services or related discipline.
• Manufacturer-specific BMS training or certifications.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Experience with smart building, analytics or IoT-enabled platforms.