Job Description:

BMS Technical Manager

Location: Solihull, B37 7YN

Permanent, Full Time

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, are seeking a BMS Technical Manager to provide specialist Building Management System (BMS) expertise across the UK portfolio, supporting the delivery of a best-in-class technical operation for our client. The role will provide technical leadership, drive compliance, support operational performance and ensure BMS systems maximise reliability, efficiency and service continuity.

Job Description

Working closely with Engineering Operations teams, Helpdesk functions, supply chain partners, central engineering leadership and IT stakeholders, you will support both business-as-usual operations and strategic initiatives. This includes promoting industry best practice, driving energy efficiency, supporting innovation and contributing to the development of Smart Places technology, integrating BMS, IoT and data-led maintenance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Building Management System (BMS) Subject Matter Expert, providing technical support and guidance to operational teams across the portfolio.
• Support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring contractual KPIs, SLAs and governance requirements are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to support effective service delivery.
• Monitor and support the resolution of BMS-related risks, issues, incidents and operational challenges across the estate.
• Review supplier maintenance reports and performance data, ensuring quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
  Support asset lifecycle planning and the development of BMS capital investment and replacement programmes.
• Drive energy optimisation initiatives and support wider sustainability and energy management programmes through effective use of BMS technologies.
• Collaborate with central IT and engineering teams to support the rollout and ongoing development of Smart Places and connected building technologies.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Essential

• Technical qualifications relevant to Building Management Systems, controls engineering, electrical engineering or building services.

Desirable

• HNC, HND or Degree in an engineering, building services or related discipline.
• Manufacturer-specific BMS training or certifications.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Experience with smart building, analytics or IoT-enabled platforms.