
BMS Lead Design Manager
BMS Lead Design Manager
- Permanent
Would you like to join a world-class engineering team delivering cutting-edge BMS and EPMS systems in mission-critical environments?
Then a career at Crown house technologies could be for you…
We are looking for an experienced and technically strong BMS Design Lead to drive excellence across our Data Centre sector projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-performance environments and wants to lead engineering and commercial delivery from design through to commissioning and handover.
You'll be joining an expert team at the forefront of mission-critical engineering, with unmatched exposure to Tier 1 data centre projects across the UK and Europe. We offer ongoing professional development, autonomy in your role, and the backing of one of the UK's most advanced MEP delivery businesses.
What will i be doing?
- Provide technical leadership for BMS and EPMS systems across multiple data centre projects, ensuring delivery from RIBA Stage 4 through to Stage 7.
- Lead the design implementation, driving consistency, compliance, and innovation across projects.
- Develop and maintain sector-wide standardisation, including points lists, system topologies, and Description of Operations.
- Coach and support engineering teams to deliver world-class building controls solutions, with a focus on energy optimisation, safety, quality, and cybersecurity.
- Own the production and audit of all technical documentation including panel and wiring drawings, submittals, and O&M deliverables.
- Interface with stakeholders including clients, consultants, project delivery teams, and principal contractors to resolve challenges and maintain technical excellence.
- Contribute to supplier relationships and product selection for sector-specific devices.
What are we looking for?
- Strong background in Electrical Engineering – HNC minimum (or equivalent) + full electrical apprenticeship.
- Proven track record of BEMS delivery (preferably Schneider, Tridium, or similar platforms, however product training can be given.)
- Experience in data centre environments is essential – ideally from design to commissioning.
- Expertise in BACnet, Modbus, system software, and BMS graphics.
- Clear understanding of BMS/EPMS integration with HVAC, LV/HV systems, and utilities.
- Confident communicator with excellent leadership and coaching ability.
- Comfortable working under pressure in fast-moving, high-value projects.
- Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset.
About us:
Crown House Technologies (Cht) is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
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