BMS Operations Manager

Description:

Senior Controls/BMS Manager

Data Centre Sector - EMEA

£120,000 - £140,000 Yearly Salary
Lucrative Yearly Bonus
Car Allowance
Per Diem/Travel Allowance
Private Healthcare
Pension
Global Position

The Opportunity

Clear. are currently supporting a leading global organisation within the mission-critical data centre sector in the search for a Senior Controls/BMS Manager Control to join their global function.

This is a senior-level appointment responsible for driving commissioning excellence across complex, large-scale infrastructure projects on a global basis.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support global controls commissioning activities across multiple live projects
Develop and implement standardised commissioning strategies from planning through to handover (L0-L6)
Act as subject matter expert for BMS / BAS / EPMS / PLC / SCADA systems
Ensure alignment of design intent with operational performance requirements
Oversee systems integration across mechanical and electrical plant and equipment
Drive commissioning planning, scheduling, sequencing, and tag management
Lead technical validation workshops and system completion planning sessions
Ensure strict adherence to safety systems including PTW, SSOW, and LOTO
Manage OFCI / CFCI vendor and contractor interfaces across complex delivery environments
Develop and review commissioning documentation, test scripts, and procedures
Oversee loop checks, point-to-point testing, functional testing, and system start-up
Manage punch lists, defect resolution, and structured close-out processes
Support QA/QC teams to ensure quality-led commissioning delivery and minimal rework
Drive data-led decision making using completion and commissioning tracking systems
Identify and mitigate risks across commissioning execution and system handover
Provide leadership to commissioning teams and underperforming stakeholders where required

Desired Experience

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Control Systems, Mechatronics or similar) preferred
10+ years' experience in commissioning and/or controls engineering in complex infrastructure environments
Strong background in data centres or mission-critical facilities highly desirable
Experience across industrial sectors such as oil & gas, power, pharma, or large-scale infrastructure advantageous
Proven experience leading commissioning teams in a matrix or multi-stakeholder environment
Strong understanding of project delivery from planning through commissioning and handover
Project management experience or certification (or equivalent practical experience)For more information, please reach out to - (url removed)

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