Senior BMS Commissioning Engineer - Data Centres

Facility Performance Consulting Limited; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC Global seeks a Senior BMS Commissioning Engineer (CxA) for data centre projects. You will lead independent verification of BMS, ELV and environmental monitoring across Tier III/IV developments, ensuring design intent is reflected in operation and fault tolerance is demonstrated through IST.

Role requires deep expertise in controls, systems integration and mission-critical operations, with client-side/assurance experience an asset. Site-focused, with strong documentation and reporting duties.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or equivalent)
• 8–12+ years experience in BMS/controls commissioning
• Minimum 5 years in client-side, CxA, or independent assurance role within data centres or mission-critical facilities
• Advanced knowledge of data centre BMS architectures and hyperscale operating models

Responsibilities

• Act as Commissioning Authority (CxA) for BMS and integrated monitoring systems, representing owner's technical interests
• Define, review and enforce BMS commissioning strategies, acceptance criteria and readiness milestones
• Integrated Systems Testing (IST) assurance: review and approve IST methodologies and scripts per standards
• Witness and validate fault tolerance testing, ensuring automation meets availability objectives
• Own client-side acceptance of ELV systems (Access control, CCTV, fire alarm interfaces) and ensure integration with BMS
• Prepare and deliver commissioning reports, issue logs, and acceptance recommendations
• Review control philosophies, network topologies, and graphics standards for operability and resilience
• Provide independent design reviews of BMS, controls, and ELV architectures across project stages

Skills

BMS commissioning

IST testing

Documentation

Data centre experience

Client-side assurance

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls)

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Visio

EPMS

Job description

Senior BMS Commissioning Engineer - Data Centres

• Full-time

At FPC Global, our people are our greatest asset. We’re a fast-growing, global consultancy where collaboration, innovation, and ambition come together to deliver exceptional outcomes across the full facility lifecycle.

Founded in 2014 by our CEO, Dean Francis, we’ve grown into a team of 140+ professionals working across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and our London headquarters. We partner with clients to deliver integrated, future-focused consultancy services—setting new benchmarks for sustainability, technology, and performance.

We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. That’s why we foster a culture where voices are heard, initiative is encouraged, and careers are built with purpose.

FPC Global is seeking a Senior BMS Commissioning Engineer (CxA) to provide independent technical oversight, validation, and acceptance of Building Management Systems (BMS) and associated ELV and environmental risk monitoring systems across Tier III / Tier IV data centre developments.

Acting on behalf of the owner/operator, the role ensures that control systems, monitoring platforms, and automated responses accurately reflect design intent, support operational playbooks, and demonstrate fault tolerance through Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

This is a site-focused, assurance-led role requiring deep technical expertise in controls, systems integration, and mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities

Act as Commissioning Authority (CxA) for BMS and integrated monitoring systems, representing the owner’s technical and operational interests.

Define, reviewand enforce BMS commissioning strategies, acceptance criteriaand readiness milestones.

Integrated Systems Testing (IST) Assurance

Review, challengeand approve BMS-led IST methodologies and scripts in accordance with Uptime Institute Tier Standards.

Witness and validate failure mode, redundancyand fault-tolerance testing, ensuring automated responses meet availability objectives.

Confirm BMS supports operator situational awareness during degraded and fault conditions.

Mechanical & Electrical Integration Validation

Independently validate BMS integration with:

Mechanical systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, AHUs, pumps, valves, heat rejection plant)

Electrical systems via EPMS (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, STS)

Verify sequences of operation, interlocks, alarms, trendingand control logic accuracy.

ELV Systems Acceptance (Client Representation)

Own client-side acceptance of ELV systems, including:

Access control and security monitoring

CCTV and video management interfaces

Fire alarm monitoring and supervisory interfaces (where permitted)

Network resilience and segregation supporting BMS / ELV platforms

Ensure ELV systems are fully integrated, documentedand operationally visible.

Validate commissioning and integration of water leak detection (WLD) systems across white space, plant areasand critical pathways.

Confirm zoning, alarm prioritisation, escalation logicand operator response workflows.

Witness leak-related IST scenarios and approve system acceptance.

Act as client authority for rodent detection and environmental risk monitoring systems.

Validate sensor coverage, alarm logic, escalation pathsand BMS integration.

Ensure alignment with hyperscale environmental risk mitigation strategies.

Design & Commissionability Reviews

Perform independent design reviews of BMS, controls, and ELV architectures at all project stages.

Review control philosophies, points lists, network topologies, graphics standardsand vendor submittals for operability and resilience.

Provide technical oversight of BMS, controlsand ELV vendors without direct installation responsibility.

Identify non-conformances, issue technical observationsand drive corrective actions to closure prior to acceptance.

Documentation, Acceptance & Handover

Review and approve commissioning documentation including:

Commissioning plans, test procedures, and IST scripts

Point-to-point and functional test evidence

Configuration baselines and as-built records

Final commissioning and acceptance reports

Support operator training, handoverand transition to steady-state operations.

Compliance & Readiness Assurance

Ensure alignment with:

ASHRAE, IEC, ISOand applicable local codes

Client-specific hyperscale standards and operational playbooks

Confirm closure of all critical items prior to RFS / RFO milestones.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Qualifications

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or equivalent).

8–12+ years experience in BMS / controls commissioning.

Minimum 5 years in a client-side, CxA, or independent assurance role within data centres or mission-critical facilities.

Technical Expertise

Advanced knowledge of:

Data centre BMS architectures and hyperscale operating models

Integrated mechanical, electrical, and ELV monitoring environments

Failure mode testing, IST executionand operational readiness validation

Control system resilience, redundancyand cybersecurity considerations

Documentation & Reporting

Authoring and review of commissioning strategies, acceptance criteriaand test scripts.

Evaluation of cause-and-effect matrices and control philosophies.

Production of formal CxA reports, issue logsand acceptance recommendations.

Tools & Platforms

EPMS and supervisory monitoring systems.

AutoCAD / BIM / Visio.

Direct experience supporting Uptime Tier Certification of Constructed Facility (TCCF).

Experience with FDD and automated commissioning systems is highly advantageous.

Why Join FPC?

At FPC, we’re not just a company—we’re a thriving community where innovation flourishes, ideas are celebrated, and careers are shaped. When you join us, you become part of a dynamic team that:

• Shapes the Future: Work on groundbreaking projects that are redefining industries with sustainability, cutting-edge technology, and bold ambition.
• Supports Your Growth: From leadership training to cross-functional collaboration, we prioritize your professional development and empower you to explore new ideas, take initiative, and grow in your career.
• Values Balance and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity, foster collaboration, and ensure every voice is heard—while maintaining a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Creates Impact: Contribute to the delivery of iconic, high-performance buildings and innovative solutions that have a lasting, positive impact on the world.

Together, we’ll build tomorrow’s digital planet—and you’ll be part of something truly extraordinary.