BMS Engineer | Cape Town

Kirby Group Engineering; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Ongoing professional development

Competitive salary

Exposure to hyperscale data centres

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a capable BMS Design Lead to drive development, review and coordination of BMS deliverables across the project lifecycle for hyperscale data centre projects. You will oversee I/O schedules, data point lists, equipment schedules and panel designs, ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry standards.

You will coordinate with MEP, BIM, QA/QC and commissioning teams, maintain Functional Design Specifications and control philosophies, and review

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Building Services/Automation or related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering BMS projects in data centres or similar environments.
• Strong understanding of BMS architecture and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, review and coordination of BMS deliverables across the project lifecycle.
• Review mechanical/electrical designs for BMS integration and compliance.
• Coordinate activities with MEP, BIM, QA/QC and commissioning teams.
• Develop and maintain Functional Design Specifications and control philosophies.
• Produce and review schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts.
• Manage design changes and ensure auditable records.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project coordination

BMS systems understanding

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering / related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

What You'll Be Doing

You will lead the development, review and coordination of BMS engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, including:

• Tier 2 engineering and design submittals
• I/O schedules and data point lists
• Equipment schedules and system schematics
• Panel designs, device layouts and control interlocks
• Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
• Cause and Effect matrices
• Testing, demonstration and acceptance documentation
• O&M documentation and record drawings
• Technical reviews of vendor and equipment submittals

You will ensure that BMS solutions align with project specifications, client requirements and industry standards while maintaining full design traceability and change control throughout the project.

Design Coordination & Engineering Responsibilities

• Lead the development of BMS design documentation for hyperscale data centre projects
• Review mechanical and electrical design packages to ensure integration with BMS systems
• Coordinate engineering activities with MEP, BIM, QA/QC and commissioning teams
• Develop and maintain Functional Design Specifications and control philosophies
• Produce and review control schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts
• Manage design changes and ensure engineering records remain accurate and auditable
• Review subcontractor and vendor submittals for technical compliance
• Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops and model reviews
• Identify and resolve technical issues during design development
• Support value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure designs comply with project specifications, industry standards and client requirements

Project Delivery Support

Although primarily office-based, you will support project teams throughout delivery by:

• Providing technical guidance to site-based engineering teams
• Supporting engineering queries and technical issue resolution
• Reviewing commissioning procedures and testing documentation
• Participating in progress reviews and technical workshops
• Monitoring engineering deliverables against project programmes
• Supporting change management and engineering risk assessments
• Liaising with specialist subcontractors and equipment vendors
• Assisting with quality reviews and technical audits where required

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Support the development and review of commissioning documentation
• Review testing procedures and BMS demonstration scripts
• Ensure engineering deliverables support successful commissioning activities
• Verify that all system changes are documented and incorporated into final records
• Review as-built documentation and O&M manuals
• Support client demonstrations and technical handover processes
• Contribute to project close-out reports and lessons learned reviews

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Automation, Controls Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience delivering BMS projects within data centres, pharmaceutical, industrial, critical facilities or other complex environments
• Strong understanding of BMS architecture, controls philosophy and system integration
• Experience producing Functional Design Specifications, I/O schedules and control schematics
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and their integration with BMS controls
• Experience reviewing technical submittals and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Strong understanding of commissioning and handover processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced project environments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on some of Europe's largest hyperscale data centre projects
• Exposure to cutting-edge mission-critical infrastructure
• Collaborative engineering environment with multidisciplinary teams
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a growing international business
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working opportunities where project requirements allow

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.