BMS Engineer
CV-LibraryCardiff, South GlamorgantemporaryPosted: 11 August 2026
Apply NowWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance BMS Engineer to join an established M&E contractor on a major commercial projects in Cardiff.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing and fault-finding of Building Management Systems (BMS), working closely with the M&E project team and other specialist subcontractors.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced BMS Engineer looking for a long-term freelance assignment with an established contractor.
Key Responsibilities
* Installation, commissioning and testing of BMS control systems.
* BMS panel and controls installation.
* Carrying out point-to-point testing.
* Fault finding and diagnostics.
* Programming and modifying BMS systems where required.
* Integration of mechanical plant and HVAC equipment into the BMS.
* Trend logging and system optimisation.
* Reading and interpreting electrical, mechanical and BMS drawings.
* Working alongside mechanical and electrical engineers.
* Liaising with the Site Manager, Project Manager and commissioning team.
* Producing commissioning records and test documentation.
* Identifying defects and ensuring systems are operating correctly prior to handover.
* Supporting final commissioning and client demonstrations.
Experience Required
* Proven experience as a BMS Engineer / BMS Commissioning Engineer.
* Strong commercial building-services experience.
* Experience working on large M&E projects.
* Good understanding of HVAC controls and mechanical plant.
* Ability to read BMS schematics, control drawings and M&E drawings.
* Experience with commissioning and fault finding.
* Good understanding of HVAC control strategies.
* Comfortable working independently on site.
* Good communication and reporting skills.
BMS Platforms
Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous:
* Trend
* Siemens
* Tridium / Niagara
* Schneider
* Distech
* Honeywell
* Delta
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing and fault-finding of Building Management Systems (BMS), working closely with the M&E project team and other specialist subcontractors.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced BMS Engineer looking for a long-term freelance assignment with an established contractor.
Key Responsibilities
* Installation, commissioning and testing of BMS control systems.
* BMS panel and controls installation.
* Carrying out point-to-point testing.
* Fault finding and diagnostics.
* Programming and modifying BMS systems where required.
* Integration of mechanical plant and HVAC equipment into the BMS.
* Trend logging and system optimisation.
* Reading and interpreting electrical, mechanical and BMS drawings.
* Working alongside mechanical and electrical engineers.
* Liaising with the Site Manager, Project Manager and commissioning team.
* Producing commissioning records and test documentation.
* Identifying defects and ensuring systems are operating correctly prior to handover.
* Supporting final commissioning and client demonstrations.
Experience Required
* Proven experience as a BMS Engineer / BMS Commissioning Engineer.
* Strong commercial building-services experience.
* Experience working on large M&E projects.
* Good understanding of HVAC controls and mechanical plant.
* Ability to read BMS schematics, control drawings and M&E drawings.
* Experience with commissioning and fault finding.
* Good understanding of HVAC control strategies.
* Comfortable working independently on site.
* Good communication and reporting skills.
BMS Platforms
Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous:
* Trend
* Siemens
* Tridium / Niagara
* Schneider
* Distech
* Honeywell
* Delta