BMS Package Lead

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

  
About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

The BMS Package Lead is responsible for the overall management, coordination, and delivery of the Building Management System (BMS) package on a large-scale data centre project. The role will ensure the BMS package is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in line with project quality requirements while coordinating closely with mechanical, electrical, commissioning, and client teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full BMS package lifecycle from design review through installation, commissioning, testing, and handover.
• Coordinate BMS subcontractors, vendors, and specialist suppliers.
• Review and manage technical submittals, RFIs, method statements, and shop drawings.
• Ensure all BMS works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, CSA, and Commissioning teams to ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Monitor programme milestones and drive subcontractor performance to achieve project deadlines.
• Attend and lead package coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans where required.
• Support commissioning activities, integrated systems testing (IST), and client demonstrations.
• Ensure all QA/QC documentation is completed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate system training, O&M manuals, and final handover documentation.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health and safety on site.

Requirements

• Degree or trade qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Automation, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience delivering BMS/Controls packages on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience within data centres, pharmaceutical, industrial, or mission-critical environments is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of BMS platforms such as Siemens, Schneider, Trend, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, or similar.
• Knowledge of HVAC controls, electrical systems, network architecture, and integrated building technologies.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple workstreams.
• Strong planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and manage challenging deadlines.

Key Deliverables

• BMS design and installation completed to programme.
• Successful pre-commissioning and commissioning of all BMS systems.
• Completion of integrated systems testing.
• Zero significant quality or safety issues.
• Successful client sign-off and package handover.

Ideal Candidate: An experienced BMS professional with strong technical knowledge and package management experience, capable of driving delivery on a large-scale mission-critical project while coordinating effectively across multiple disciplines.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.