Senior BMS Project Manager
UK Wide (Projects across Germany, UK & wider Europe)
£80,000 - £120,000 + Package + Travel + Bonus + Accommodation + Holidays + Long-Term Progression + Pension + Immediate Start
An excellent opportunity for a senior BMS / Controls professional to step into a lead role with a rapidly growing, market-leading contractor delivering mission-critical projects across Europe. This role is suited to someone who has operated at the interface between main contractor, client, MEP teams, and BMS vendors, and is comfortable owning the BMS strategy, delivery, and commissioning across complex, high-value projects.
You'll be joining a business with a strong pipeline of data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, and high-tech builds across Germany, the UK, and the EU. The position offers long-term security, exposure to flagship projects, and clear progression into regional / EMEA leadership.
This is a site-led, delivery-focused role - not a desk-based controls position. The successful candidate must be willing to travel and stay away as projects require.
The Role will include:
Taking full ownership of the BMS / Controls / EPMS package from design through construction, commissioning, and handover
Acting as the technical authority for BMS across one or multiple projects
Managing and coordinating BMS subcontractors, system integrators, and vendors
Reviewing BMS and M&E design information to ensure buildability, compliance, and programme alignment
Leading technical discussions with consultants, client teams, and internal delivery teams
Managing RFIs, design queries, change control, and technical risk
Ensuring full integration of BMS with M&E systems (HVAC, electrical, life safety, EPMS, etc.)
Overseeing QA/QC, inspections, snagging, and documentation
Supporting and leading commissioning, IST, and final client handover
Providing guidance and leadership to site teams and junior package managers
As a BMS Lead, You will Have:
Strong BMS / Controls background with proven site delivery experience
Experience working on data centres, pharma, industrial, or other mission-critical projects
Background from a main contractor, MEP contractor, BMS vendor, or specialist integrator
Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and holding authority on technical matters
Willingness to be site-based and travel / stay away as projects require
Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills
EU right to work preferred
Also Considered
Senior BMS Project Managers / Automation Leads looking to step into a broader EMEA role
Vendor-side Principal / Lead BMS Engineers seeking a move client- or contractor-side
High-end BMS Package Managers with leadership stretch
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