Building Management Systems; BMS) Director

Location: U.S. East Coast (New Jersey-Based)
Work Setting: Multi-Site / Extensive Domestic and International Travel Required
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $180,000 – $230,000 annually

Data One designs, develops, and operates sustainable AI Factories, bringing together energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence at industrial scale. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, we deliver large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for people who want to bring their experience, ideas, and perspective to meaningful projects and help shape what comes next at Data One.

Data One is hiring a Building Management Systems (BMS) Director to lead building automation and controls engineering across our growing data center operations. This position oversees the design, programming, integration, commissioning, and reliability of systems supporting mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you'll lead and develop controls engineering personnel, establish technical standards, and provide technical direction across Data One's operations and future facility expansion. You'll work closely with Operations, Engineering, Construction, and other teams to support system reliability, infrastructure development, and consistent operating practices. This role requires extensive domestic and international travel, including France.

• Lead the design, programming, integration, commissioning, and optimization of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS) across Data One facilities.
• Provide technical oversight of Automated Logic (ALC) WebCTRL, Direct Digital Control (DDC), SCADA, and related automation platforms.
• Oversee controls integration with critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, UPS systems, generators, and related equipment.
• Supervise Junior Controls Engineers and provide technical direction to Lead Controls Engineers and other controls personnel, including work priorities, performance, training, and professional development.
• Establish engineering standards, control sequences, technical procedures, and documentation to support reliable and consistent operations.
• Lead complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, incident response, and corrective actions involving automation and control systems.
• Oversee system testing, commissioning, upgrades, and controls-related activities supporting new installations and infrastructure expansion.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, IT, and external vendors to support technical projects and operational requirements.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, energy efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership across U.S. facilities and collaborate with international teams to support standardization, engineering improvements, and operational consistency.

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in Building Management Systems (BMS), building automation, controls engineering, or related mission-critical infrastructure systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical leadership, engineering management, or supervision of controls engineering personnel.
• Advanced hands-on experience with Automated Logic (ALC) WebCTRL, Direct Digital Control (DDC), and building automation systems.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC controls, mechanical infrastructure, electrical systems, SCADA, and controls integration.
• Experience overseeing complex automation and controls…