Principal BMS Engineer - London

RED Engineering Design; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Contributory company pension scheme

Healthcare Scheme (Company funded)

23 days annual leave rising to 28 days

Training sponsorship

Job summary

RED Engineering Design seeks a highly experienced Principal BMS Engineer to lead large-scale building management and control system projects from our London office. You will coordinate engineering services, develop specifications, and ensure robust, safe operation of complex technology-based buildings.

The role requires advanced knowledge of building automation, networking, and instrumentation, with a track record of delivering multi-discipline collaboration and client-facing leadership.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of building automation, instrumentation and monitoring systems.
• Understanding of networks, network hardware, cabling and network security.
• Ability to lead control system designs and report outputs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 6+ Years’ experience at Senior Engineer level or above.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Control systems, equipment, facilities etc.
• Develops designs and specifications for new build mechanical and electrical installations in many building types, in particular within complex technology-based buildings where close control and extensive monitoring systems are required.
• Produce points lists for Control Systems
• Generate Serial and IP based Controls Network Layout drawings and Schematic Architectures
• Write Sequence of Operation documents from review of MEP designs and through discussion and agreement with design engineers.

Skills

Building Automation

Control Systems

Networking

Communication

Education

HNC/BEng in appropriate engineering discipline

Tools

Schneider Electric

Siemens

Trend

MS Office

Job description

RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients.

Through our market leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment whilst also helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero carbon-built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, with our broad capability offering saving our clients time, money, and effort.

Our approach is centred around listening to our clients and interacting energetically with our fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude.

We now seek a fully experienced Principal BMS Engineer to be based out of our London office.

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Control systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types)


• Develops designs and specifications for new build mechanical and electrical installations in many building types, in particular within complex technology-based buildings where close control and extensive monitoring systems are required.


• Produce points lists for Control Systems


• Generate Serial and IP based Controls Network Layout drawings and Schematic Architectures


• Write Sequence of Operation documents from review of MEP designs and through discussion and agreement with design engineers.


• Produce specifications from fresh where needed, software specification writing tools.


• Leads review of Contractors engineering proposals for compliance with the design specifications and any relevant regulations.


• Carry out condition surveys and reviews of existing installations. Produce reports and improvement plans.


• Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client


• Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and Contractor teams.


• Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards


• Specify and attend Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests and Integrated Systems Tests.


• Specify and attend commissioning activities during construction and completion of projects


• Leads on the coordination of engineering services


• Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions

Role Requirements

• HNC/BEng in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience


• MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivale


• Working towards Chartered Engineer status


• Currently employed as a BMS/BEMS/Building Automation Consulting Engineer


• Significant experience of building automation, instrumentation and monitoring systems.


• Understanding of networks, network hardware, cabling and network security


• Understanding and ability to lead control system designs and report outputs


• Ability to keep clear and accurate records and reports


• Experience of attending meetings to discussing relevant skillset


• Knowledge of MS office (word/excel/outlook)


• Ability to prioritise own workload


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work to deadlines


• Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team


• Act in an ethical manner and follows the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines


• 6+ Years’ experience at Senior Engineer level or above


• Adaptable, proactive approach to engineering tasks


• Flexible and willing to travel as required to service international projects and clients


• Good presentation skills


• Familiar with multiple vendors legacy and current products and keeps track of new and emerging products and technologies


• Supports the commercial management of projects and fees


• Ability to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, and leading a team


• Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation


• Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software


• Good working knowledge of leading control systems products, networks and systems including those provided by schneider, siemens and trend.


• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the RED Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.


• Good understanding of British and European Standards/UK Regulations/Codes.


• An appreciation of ATEX regulations.


• Background in consulting or construction preferred.


• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.


• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and


• Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group


• Good understanding of British and European Standards/UK Regulations/Codes.


• An appreciation of ATEX regulations.


• Background in consulting or construction preferred.


• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.


• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and


• Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group

Benefits

RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service


• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme


• Hybrid Working


• Contributory company pension scheme


• Healthcare Scheme (Company funded cover is dependant on level)


• Non-contractual bonus awards


• Training sponsorship


• Charity volunteering leave


• Wellness days/ initiatives.


• Salary commensurate with experience.


• Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.


• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.


• This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions

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