HVAC Controls Project Manager
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced BAS Technical Project Manager to lead the delivery of building automation projects from design through to commissioning and handover. This role suits a technically strong professional who is comfortable managing programmes, people, and a variety of DDC control platforms across complex building environments.
About the Organisation
This role sits within a well-established building automation and controls organisation delivering high-quality BAS/BMS solutions across commercial and critical environments. The business is known for its technical depth, structured project delivery, and long-term investment in its people. Project managers are trusted with real ownership, supported by strong engineering teams, and given exposure to a broad range of technologies and projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Take full responsibility for the delivery of BAS/BMS projects from contract award through to completion
- Manage project scope, programme, cost control, and technical delivery
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal engineering teams
- Cook up design reviews, technical submittals, and system architecture decisions
- Lead and support commissioning activities, including witnessing and handover
- Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and internal resources effectively
- Identify and manage project risks, variations, and change control
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual, technical, and quality requirements
- Provide clear reporting on project status, milestones, and financial performance
- Support continuous improvement in project delivery processes and standards
Required Experience and Skills
- 5+ years' experience within building automation, BMS, or HVAC controls
- Proven experience running BAS/BMS projects end-to-end
- Strong technical understanding of DDC control systems and architectures
- Comfortable working across a variety of DDC lines and manufacturer platforms
- Solid knowledge of HVAC systems, controls strategies, and commissioning processes
- Experience managing multiple stakeholders and technical teams
- Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Additional or Desirable Experience
- Background as a controls engineer or commissioning engineer prior to project management
- Experience working on large or technically complex buildings
- Exposure to integration protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, or KNX
- Familiarity with smart buildings, analytics, or optimisation projects
- Systems and Technologies Experience across multiple DDC and BMS platforms (manufacturer-agnostic environment)
- Use of standard BMS protocols and integrated building systems