Senior BMS Project Manager - Data centres

ZipRecruiter; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK seeks an experienced BMS Project Manager to oversee major data centre projects. The role offers opportunities for career progression within a dynamic and innovative team, focusing on delivering high-quality building management systems and controls.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in project management within the construction industry.
• Experience managing project budgets between £0.5m – £5m.
• Previous data centre project management experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction, construction, and commissioning phases of BMS projects.
• Manage procurement of equipment and execute all commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety across all managed projects.

Skills

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Budget Management

BEMS and Controls Systems

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Honeywell Trend

Schneider BMS

Job description

Job Description

BMS Project Manager – Major Data Centre Projects – South of England

Are you a BMS Project Manager looking to work with a company that has a strong presence across multiple sectors of the construction industry?

Our client, a leading MEP engineering business, is seeking an experienced BMS Project Manager to join their data centre delivery team on several high-profile projects in the South of England.

This organisation is a major player in construction and infrastructure technology services, delivering comprehensive building services solutions including communications, ICT, intelligent building monitoring, BMS, and operating one of the UK’s largest off-site manufacturing facilities – a 129,000 sq ft site specialising in digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

Joining this business means becoming part of a high-performing, innovative team with access to industry-leading projects. The company is committed to long-term training, development, and career progression—making this role ideal for professionals looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the pre-construction, construction, and commissioning phases of Building Management Systems and Controls on major projects.
• Manage projects from handover through design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, and the soft landing period.
• Oversee procurement of equipment and subcontractor packages, and lead planning and execution of all commissioning activities and documentation.
• Take commercial responsibility for the BEMS package, including preparing and submitting variations.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements across all managed projects.
• Operate effectively within high-pressure, fast-paced project environments.

Requirements:

• Experience with Tridium Niagara or Schneider BMS systems.
• Strong track record in project management within the construction industry, particularly with BEMS and controls systems.
• Previous Data Centre Project Management experience (Desired)
• Ability to produce and manage detailed programmes of works.
• Demonstrable experience managing project budgets between £0.5m – £5m.
• Familiarity with Honeywell Trend systems.
• Proven ability to manage health and safety within construction environments.

About the Client:

Our client is a UK-based, innovative engineering and business services specialist with a long-standing reputation in the construction sector. They are a leader in delivering end-to-end building services and technology solutions, supported by a major off-site manufacturing capability for modular MEP systems.