Senior Controls​/BMS Manager

Overview
Senior Controls/BMS Manager - EMEA. This is a senior-level appointment responsible for driving commissioning excellence across complex, large-scale infrastructure projects on a global basis.

Region:
International | Town/City:
Amsterdam, North Holland | Salary: €140,000 - €160,000 per annum + Bonus + Per Diem + Remote Working

Responsibilities

Lead and support global controls commissioning activities across multiple live projects

Develop and implement standardised commissioning strategies from planning through to handover (L0-L6)

Act as subject matter expert for BMS / BAS / EPMS / PLC / SCADA systems

Ensure alignment of design intent with operational performance requirements

Oversee systems integration across mechanical and electrical plant and equipment

Drive commissioning planning, scheduling, sequencing, and tag management

Lead technical validation workshops and system completion planning sessions

Ensure strict adherence to safety systems including PTW, SSOW, and LOTO

Manage OFCI / CFCI vendor and contractor interfaces across complex delivery environments

Develop and review commissioning documentation, test scripts, and procedures

Oversee loop checks, point-to-point testing, functional testing, and system start-up

Manage punch lists, defect resolution, and structured close-out processes

Support QA/QC teams to ensure quality-led commissioning delivery and minimal rework

Drive data-led decision making using completion and commissioning tracking systems

Identify and mitigate risks across commissioning execution and system handover

Provide leadership to commissioning teams and underperforming stakeholders where required

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Control Systems, Mechatronics or similar) preferred

10+ years' experience in commissioning and/or controls engineering in complex infrastructure environments

Strong background in data centres or mission-critical facilities highly desirable

Experience across industrial sectors such as oil & gas, power, pharma, or large-scale infrastructure advantageous

Proven experience leading commissioning teams in a matrix or multi-stakeholder environment

Strong understanding of project delivery from planning through commissioning and handover

Project management experience or certification (or equivalent practical experience)

Benefits

€140,000 - €160,000 Yearly Salary

Lucrative Yearly Bonus

Per Diem/Travel Allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension

Global Position

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