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Location: West Midlands / Site-based | Type: Full-time | Package: Competitive Salary+ Health Shield + Pension + Benefits

BMS Panel Designer/Estimator

Actemium Birmingham, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI are seeking a skilled BMS Panel Designer / Estimator to support the design, estimation, and delivery of Building Management System (BMS) and lighting control projects. This role combines technical BMS design with commercial estimating, supporting projects from early opportunity evaluation through to detailed design and handover.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, electricians, and clients to ensure technically accurate, commercially viable, and compliant solutions are delivered.

These positions are offered on an opportunistic basis, with final role definition and seniority determined by the experience and strengths of the appointed individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop BMS points schedules, material selections, and engineering requirements from specifications and drawings

• Produce accurate estimates for BMS materials and labour costs

• Prepare and issue proposals and tender documentation for BMS projects

• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations, negotiating to achieve best value

• Interpret M&E drawings and prepare accurate take-offs from schematics

• Evaluate technical building services requirements, determining costs, prices, and margins

• Create quotations that align with both customer requirements and business objectives

• Review bid opportunities and liaise with M&E clients to meet project deadlines

• Work closely with Project Managers to accommodate changing project requirements

• Complete site surveys for BMS and lighting opportunities

• Convert design and operational information into detailed design and time allocations

• Produce designs supported by ROI calculations and detailed cost estimation sheets

• Convert operational procedures into E‑Plan, developing cost centres for time and expense allocation

• Provide technical support and guidance to project electricians and engineers

• Develop commissioning documentation, methodologies, and reports to support successful project completion

• Maintain strict adherence to quality standards and health & safety requirements

• Assist the Senior Contracts Engineer with detailed project design once contracts are secured

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong technical knowledge of BMS systems, panels, and associated controls

• Good understanding of estimating processes and use of empirical cost data

• Experience preparing quotations, tenders, and commercial proposals

• Confidence liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams

Requirements

• HNC/HND in Electrical, Building Services, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent experience)

• Experience in BMS design, estimating, or panel design

• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics

• E‑Plan, BMS manufacturer training, and estimating experience desirable

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Structured training and authorisation pathway (including SAP and switching)

• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of HV projects and equipment

• Supportive engineering environment with continued professional development

About Us

Actemium Birmingham, part of VINCI Energies UK & ROI, delivers specialist engineering and technical services across industrial and infrastructure sectors. We combine strong local expertise with the resources of a global group to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions for our clients. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver technically robust outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.