BEMS Consultant

Camberley
1 year ago
Applications closed

BEMS Consultant
Surrey
£30k - £60k Salary dependant on experience
Are you currently a Field Service Engineer, Project Service Engineer, Project Manager, Project Engineer and ready to ready to step into a rewarding career in the building energy management sector? If you have a background in Building Services or Electrical engineering (HNC level or higher), knowledge of systems like Trend or Tridium, and a passion for building services and energy management, we want to hear from you!
Description of Role
The BEMS Consultant will be required to work directly with clients to provide a full range of BEMS & System Consultancy services. Either working alone or as part of a wider team, the Consultant will be engaged in conceptual discussions, through feasibility, scheme design and detailed design, tender and implementation stages, as required by the project brief, ensuring that support and add value to the projects to which they have been assigned.
Key responsibilities will include, as required:

  • Conducting System Condition surveys, producing reports and recommendations for clients.
  • Completion of Feasibility Studies, Energy Management Surveys, Specification reviews & evaluation.
  • Providing Application advice to clients.
  • Production of Concept / Scheme designs, performance specifications and detailed design development.
  • Engaged in Tender Management and Tender Vetting on behalf of the client.
  • Production of Cost/Bid analysis.
  • Project Management on behalf of client to include project progress reporting and Contract Administration as applicable.
  • Responsible for Commissioning Management and Snagging on behalf of client.
  • Conduct system witness testing and reporting. Attendance at BMS FAT’s and SAT’s.
  • Production of case studies.
  • Review/updating of building energy log books.
  • Client systems training.
  • Maintain your personal Continuous Professional Development (CPD); sharing knowledge internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
  • Capture all activity in our customer relationship management (CRM) tool to ensure collaboration and continuity of efforts across the team.
    Key Skills Required
  • Commercial experience in building services industry (consultancy or contractor) to include installation and testing of control systems and Control system commissioning.
  • Project Management.
  • Strong technical & design skills in Controls, BMS / iBMS.
  • Good numerical skills and attention to detail.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at Senior Manager / Director level, architects, M&E contractors and others.
  • Tact and persuasive ability.
  • Team-working skills.
  • IT skills.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivation.
    Experience
  • Minimum HNC level related engineering (electrical / mechanical) qualification.
  • Degree in building services engineering or electrical engineering (desirable).
  • Good systems knowledge (e.g. Trend, Tridium, Niagara) gained through industry work experience working for a BMS/Control systems manufacturer, as a contractor or specialist systems integrator or in a similar consultancy role.
  • Building Services Consultancy (desirable).
  • Membership/Accreditation of CIBSE (desirable).
    The role is based at their Head Office in Surrey and there is a requirement to attend client sites across the UK as required.
    As a BEMS Consultant, you'll play a pivotal role in providing expert technical support across diverse projects-from feasibility studies to detailed designs and maintenance strategies. With full training offered, you'll gain hands-on experience in system condition surveys, project management, commissioning, and client systems optimisation. Plus, you'll enjoy a host of benefits, including:
    Employer Contributory Pension
    33 Days Holiday (Inclusive)
    Electric Car Allowance
    Private Health Cover (after probation)
    Performance Bonus (after probation)
    Take the first step towards a fulfilling career with a company that values innovation, professional development, and sustainability. Apply today to start your journey with a leader in the field

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