Senior BMS Optimisation Specialist
Location – London (Remote)
Salary - £55,000 + Car allowance, Commission scheme, 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days with length of service (+ bank holidays), Option to buy / sell up to 3 days holiday each year, Contributory pension scheme (5% Matched), Life insurance, Private medical insurance + more
I'm working on behalf of a client in the energy and building optimisation space to recruit a Senior Optimisation Specialist. This is a hands-on, technically focused role for someone with advanced skills in BMS and software engineering, who is passionate about enhancing energy performance across a variety of building types.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting clients both remotely and on-site, implementing and optimising building control software, delivering energy-saving strategies, and supporting decarbonisation goals. This role sits within a high-performing team committed to delivering real-world impact through smart, sustainable building solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
* Provide technical support and troubleshooting for BMS software, ensuring correct operation and resolving system issues
* Implement and configure software modifications based on Description of Operations and control strategies
* Collaborate with client engineering teams to deliver training and implement solutions that improve efficiency and system performance
* Work with optimisation engineers to test and deploy software strategies on-site, ensuring systems operate as intended
* Manage software access, licensing, and security protocols in line with internal cyber standards
* Conduct HVAC/BMS energy optimisation surveys, reviewing control setups, graphics, and plant performance
* Produce detailed survey reports with proposed technical interventions, ROI estimates, and optimisation strategies
* Perform maintenance activities on sensors, control panels, software interfaces, BMS controllers, and other system hardware
* Support occasional reactive callouts to resolve BMS/HVAC-related issues
* Always maintain awareness of Health & Safety standards on-site; review RAMS and conduct POWRAs as needed
* Identify and mitigate operational risks before and during site visits, taking action if safety standards are not met
What You'll Bring
* HNC/ONC or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
* Strong knowledge of BMS systems such as Trend, Tridium, Siemens and/or Cylon
* Proven experience in BEMS service or project roles, with a focus on energy efficiency and controls optimisation
* CSCS Gold card holder
* Skilled in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
* Degree in Building Services (desirable, not essential)
* Strong appreciation of site operations and stakeholder expectations
* Solution-focused mindset with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges
* Excellent communication skills — able to build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
* A proactive, team-oriented attitude and a passion for driving sustainable outcomes
* High attention to detail and personal accountability
* UK Driving Licence and full eligibility to work in the UK
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement
Benefits Include
* Guaranteed starting salary from £55,000 (depending on experience)
* Car allowance and access to EV car scheme
* 25 days annual leave (increasing to 28 with length of service) + bank holidays
* Option to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday each year
* 5% matched contributory pension scheme
* Life insurance and private medical cover
* Enhanced family leave policies
* Employee assistance helpline and online GP service
* Cycle to work scheme
* Annual railcard
* Annual flu jab and eye test
* Professional development and sustainability allowance
* Two sustainable holiday travel days
* One paid volunteer day each year
* Support for one professional membership fee annually
* Employee referral reward scheme
Interested?
If you're a technically strong and purpose-driven optimisation specialist looking for your next opportunity in an organisation making a real impact, please apply with your CV or feel free to call Damien on 01254 781300
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