Senior BMS Director

Dataone; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DataOne seeks a Senior BMS Manager/Director to lead the design, programming, and operation of Building Management Systems across the company’s U.S. data center facilities.

You will set technical standards, ensure reliable controls, and guide the controls engineering function. You will supervise Junior Controls Engineers, coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Construction teams, and travel domestically and internationally, including France, to support critical operations and continuous

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Building Management Systems or building automation
• 5+ years in technical leadership or supervision
• Hands-on with WebCTRL, DDC, and building automation
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (France)

Responsibilities

• Lead design, programming, configuration, integration, commissioning of BMS/BAS
• Provide technical oversight of AL C WebCTRL, DDC, SCADA platforms
• Oversee integration with HVAC, pumps, UPS, generators; ensure reliability
• Develop standards, specs, operation sequences, and system docs
• Lead troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Supervise Junior Controls Engineers and mentor staff
• Coordinate with Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and IT teams
• Support multi-site operations and international collaborations

Skills

BMS expertise

WebCTRL/ALC

DDC

HVAC controls

Leadership

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BACnet

Modbus

SCADA

Job description

Position Summary:

The Senior BMS Manager/Director is responsible for the leadership, technical oversight, and reliability of Building Management Systems (BMS) and associated automation and controls infrastructure across DataOne's U.S. data center facilities.

This position oversees the design, programming, integration, commissioning, operation, and continuous improvement of systems supporting mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure.

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), this position establishes technical standards, supports infrastructure expansion, and ensures controls systems operate reliably and consistently across multiple facilities.

The Senior BMS Manager/Director directly supervises Junior Controls Engineers, provides technical leadership to the controls engineering function, and works closely with Operations, Engineering, Construction, and other internal teams.

The role requires extensive domestic and international travel, including France, and the ability to provide technical leadership during critical operational issues outside regular business hours.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

BMS & Controls Engineering:

• Lead the design, programming, configuration, integration, commissioning, and optimization of BMS and Building Automation Systems (BAS) across DataOne facilities.
• Provide technical oversight of Automated Logic (ALC) WebCTRL, Direct Digital Control (DDC), SCADA, and associated automation platforms.
• Oversee controls integration with critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, UPS systems, generators, and related equipment.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, technical specifications, sequences of operation, system documentation, and controls-related procedures.
• Review and approve controls designs, programming modifications, system configurations, and technical changes within assigned authority.
• Evaluate system architecture, redundancy, alarm management, and control strategies to support mission-critical system reliability.
• Lead complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions involving BMS and controls system failures.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Directly supervise Junior Controls Engineers, including work assignments, performance evaluations, coaching, training, and professional development.
• Provide technical direction and coordinate engineering priorities with the Lead Controls Engineer and other controls personnel.
• Establish team expectations, performance standards, and technical procedures to support consistent operations across multiple facilities.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and workforce planning for the controls engineering team.
• Identify technical skill gaps and develop training initiatives to strengthen team capabilities.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, workplace safety, and continuous improvement throughout the controls engineering function.

Data Center Operations & System Reliability

• Oversee BMS performance, operational readiness, and system reliability across both U.S. data center facilities.
• Support monitoring and control of environmental conditions, critical equipment performance, system alarms, and operational infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain procedures for incident response, system troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and operational escalation.
• Provide senior technical leadership during critical system incidents, including those occurring outside standard business hours.
• Coordinate with Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and other engineering teams to identify and resolve controls-related operational risks.
• Evaluate system performance and implement improvements to support uptime, energy efficiency, equipment reliability, and operational consistency.

Engineering Projects & Continuous Improvement:

• Provide technical leadership during infrastructure expansions, new installations, system upgrades, commissioning, and operational improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Design, Construction, Procurement, IT, and Operations teams to ensure controls systems meet operational and engineering requirements.
• Review contractor and vendor deliverables, including controls drawings, sequences of operation, programming, testing procedures, and commissioning documentation.
• Oversee system testing, functional performance verification, and acceptance activities for new or modified controls infrastructure.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, automation solutions, and opportunities to improve BMS performance and reliability.
• Support project planning, resource allocation, vendor coordination, and technical budget development as required.

Multi-Site Leadership & International Collaboration:

• Provide technical oversight and support for BMS and controls operations across both U.S. data center locations.
• Establish consistent engineering practices, operational procedures, and system performance expectations across supported facilities.
• Travel regularly between U.S. sites to support engineering activities, operational requirements, and team development.
• Collaborate with international engineering and operations teams to support technical initiatives, knowledge sharing, and standardization.
• Travel internationally, including France, to support DataOne operations and controls engineering initiatives.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for BMS-related decisions, system improvements, and critical operational issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Building Management Systems (BMS), building automation, controls engineering, or related mission-critical infrastructure systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical leadership, engineering management, or supervision of controls engineering personnel.
• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with Automated Logic (ALC) WebCTRL, Direct Digital Control (DDC), and building automation systems.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC controls, mechanical infrastructure, electrical systems, SCADA, and their integration with building automation systems.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing complex controls engineering projects, including system design, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Experience establishing engineering standards, developing technical procedures, conducting root cause analysis, and managing system reliability.
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop engineering personnel while coordinating technical priorities across multiple teams and locations.
• Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex technical responsibilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States and internationally, including France.
• Ability to respond to critical operational issues outside normal business hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in building automation, controls engineering, or mission-critical infrastructure.
• 5+ years of direct people-management experience, including performance management and technical team development.
• Experience supporting Tier III, hyperscale, or other large-scale mission-critical data center environments.
• Advanced experience with Automated Logic WebCTRL, BACnet, Modbus, SCADA, and related automation protocols.
• Experience overseeing multi-site BMS operations, infrastructure expansion, commissioning, and controls system standardization.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Relevant industry certifications or specialized training in building automation, controls engineering, or data center infrastructure.

Work Environment & Schedule Requirements:

• This is a full-time senior leadership position based in the U.S. East Coast region, supporting multiple DataOne data center facilities.
• The position generally follows a weekday schedule but requires flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
• Must be available to provide leadership and technical support during critical BMS related incidents in a 24/7 mission-critical operating environment.
• Extensive domestic and international travel is required, including regular travel between U.S. facilities and travel to France.
• Work involves both office-based responsibilities and on-site activities within active data center environments, mechanical spaces, and electrical equipment areas.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders while conducting site inspections and supporting engineering activities.
• Ability to access equipment rooms, mechanical spaces, rooftops, and other designated facility areas as required.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including areas with varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, and operating mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all applicable workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to travel frequently and support operational requirements at multiple facilities.