Edison Smart is actively seeking an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Manager to join our client's growing team in Houston, Texas. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the successful delivery of smart building and automation projects across commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, and mission-critical facilities.

The BAS Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of building automation and controls projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge of building controls systems, excellent client-facing skills, and proven project management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Building Automation System (BAS) projects from award through commissioning and project closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consulting engineers, subcontractors, field technicians, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the installation, programming, integration, and commissioning of HVAC controls and building automation systems.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Manage project financials, including forecasting, change orders, invoicing, and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to clients and management teams.
• Support procurement activities and equipment delivery schedules.
• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and performance objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Automation, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing Building Automation Systems, HVAC Controls, or Smart Building projects.
• Experience with BAS platforms such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Tridium Niagara, Distech, or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls sequences, networking, and system integration.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and customer relationships.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and other building automation communication protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Edison Smart is actively looking to hire an experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's Chicago team.  This is a  key role in leading mechanical engineering projects from concept through construction.

The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will provide technical leadership for the design and delivery of HVAC, plumbing, and building mechanical systems on a diverse portfolio of projects. This role combines hands-on engineering, project leadership, client engagement, and team mentoring responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical building systems for a variety of project types.
• Manage mechanical engineering project deliverables from schematic design through construction administration.
• Perform engineering calculations, system sizing, equipment selection, and technical analysis.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and ensure integration of mechanical systems within overall building design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Previous experience working for an AEC or MEP Consultancy preferred.
• Strong experience designing HVAC systems for commercial and institutional buildings.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD / Visio.
• Thorough knowledge of ASHRAE standards / codes.

BMS Commissioning Engineer

Sydney, NSW

$135,000 + Super + Company Vehicle

Are you an experienced BMS Engineer looking to join a growing building automation specialist with a strong pipeline of projects across commercial buildings, healthcare, data centres and critical infrastructure?

We are currently seeking a BMS Commissioning Engineer to join a highly regarded building automation contractor in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of commissioning activities across a range of technically challenging projects while working alongside an experienced engineering team.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the commissioning, testing and optimisation of Building Management Systems across new and existing projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• BMS commissioning and functional testing
• Point-to-point testing and system validation
• HVAC controls commissioning and optimisation
• Fault finding and troubleshooting of BMS systems
• Working closely with project engineers, subcontractors and clients
• Site-based commissioning activities and project delivery
• Assisting with system handovers and client training
• Supporting project teams to ensure successful project completion

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience commissioning Building Management Systems
• Strong understanding of HVAC controls and mechanical services
• Experience with Delta Controls or other major BMS platforms
• Ability to interpret control drawings and sequences of operation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Electrical or controls background preferred

What's On Offer

• Salary package around $135,000 + Super
• Company vehicle provided
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Diverse project portfolio including commercial and critical environments
• Supportive and technically strong engineering team
• Stable business with a strong reputation in the building automation market

If you're looking to take the next step in your BMS career and work on some of Sydney's most exciting automation projects, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

Commissioning Director – Data Centers

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Director to lead the delivery of mission-critical data center projects. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong technical background in commissioning, with the ability to operate effectively in both the field and executive environments.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading electrical and mechanical (MEP) commissioning programs, developing and reviewing commissioning scripts and procedures, witnessing testing activities, and driving projects through all phases of commissioning and integrated systems testing. An electrical background is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commissioning strategy and execution for hyperscale and mission-critical data center projects.
• Provide technical oversight of electrical and mechanical commissioning activities, including field witnessing and test validation.
• Develop, review, and approve commissioning scripts, procedures, and test plans.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performing commissioning teams.
• Support business development efforts through proposal reviews, client engagement, and technical presentations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders while maintaining executive-level professionalism and leadership.

Requirements:

• Extensive data center commissioning experience with a strong focus on electrical systems.
• Proven leadership experience managing commissioning teams and large-scale projects.
• Deep understanding of commissioning processes, integrated systems testing (IST), and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on field involvement.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Relationship Management

• Partner with Regional Sales Managers to build and strengthen relationships with key customer accounts
• Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring customers achieve their desired business and operational outcomes
• Act as the primary customer advocate, maintaining a deep understanding of client needs and objectives

Deployment & Customer Success

• Lead customers, contractors, and representatives through the successful deployment of hardware and cloud solutions
• Ensure a seamless transition from sales through implementation and ongoing platform adoption
• Deliver engaging virtual and onsite training sessions to support customer onboarding and product utilization

Subscription Growth & Retention 

• Manage annual subscription renewals for assigned accounts and drive continued platform adoption
• Monitor account health, identify potential retention risks, and implement proactive engagement strategies
• Identify opportunities for account expansion through additional device deployments, service upgrades, and new solution adoption

Voice of the Customer

• Gather customer feedback and technical insights
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Operations teams to influence product development and enhance the customer experience

Process & Operational Improvement

• Contribute to the development and documentation of scalable customer success processes and best practices
• Help refine subscription health tracking, renewal workflows, and customer engagement
• milestonesSupport continuous improvements that simplify the customer journey and enhance operational efficiency 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline 
• 3+ years of experience in Customer Success, Technical Account Management, Account Management, or Technical sales roles
• Industry experience within PropTech, IoT, Building Automation, or HVAC environments is highly desirable 
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, gateways, and connectivity concepts
• Familiarity with HVAC and Building Automation Systems, including BACnet, Modbus, and VRF technologies
• Knowledge of subscription-based business models and recurring revenue metrics such as churn, retention, and customer lifetime value (LTV)
• Experience using CRM platforms (such as Salesforce), Microsoft Office, and reporting or proposal management tools
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to travel regularly for customer meetings, onsite training, and site visits 
• Valid drivers liscence  

Job responsibilities

• 
  Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI-based control systems
• Design, implement, and maintain structured, well-documented, and reliable PLC and SCADA software
• Create intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing HMI interfaces that enhance the operator experience
• Collaborate with clients to identify technical challenges, provide solutions, and deliver exceptional support
• Support system commissioning, testing, and optimisation activities as required

Required experience

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• 3–7+ years of hands-on experience in controls engineering, including programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and system support
• Experience working within data centre environments is highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% of the time, including occasional international travel

Senior Building Automation Project Manager

East Coast, USA (Remote – 80% Remote / 20% Travel)

Preferred Locations: East Coast, US

$150,000 - $170,000 Base Salary + Full Benefits

Our client is a highly respected building performance, smart buildings, and systems integration consultancy that is helping some of the nation's largest real estate portfolios unlock the full potential of their building automation systems.

Due to continued growth across the Mid-Atlantic region, they are seeking an experienced Senior Building Automation Project Manager to join their Master Systems Integration (MSI) team. This is a unique opportunity for a technically strong BAS professional who enjoys working at both a strategic and operational level—leading complex integration projects, managing client relationships, mentoring teams, and helping drive the future of smart building technology.

Unlike traditional BAS project roles that focus on a single construction project for extended periods, this position offers exposure to enterprise-level building automation initiatives, portfolio-wide optimization programs, and cutting-edge smart building architectures.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Building Automation Project Manager, you will lead a portfolio of projects and clients across the East Coast, helping organizations modernize, centralize, and optimize their building automation infrastructure.

You will work closely with owners, facility teams, controls contractors, IT departments, and executive stakeholders to design and implement scalable, secure, and future-proof building automation solutions.

This role combines technical leadership, project management, client development, and strategic consulting, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career while maintaining strong involvement in technology and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Client Leadership

• Manage a portfolio of clients and projects from initial planning through successful delivery
• Provide leadership across project teams, technical resources, schedules, budgets, and client communications
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on building automation architecture, systems integration, and smart building strategies
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand services

Master Systems Integration (MSI)

• Lead enterprise-level MSI strategy and implementation projects
• Oversee the design and deployment of centralized building automation architectures
• Manage Niagara migration initiatives and large-scale BAS integration projects
• Coordinate with controls vendors, owners, contractors, and IT departments to ensure successful implementation
• Support quality assurance, quality control, commissioning, training, and project closeout activities

Niagara & Smart Buildings

• Guide the implementation and optimization of Niagara-based supervisory systems
• Support centralized graphics, analytics integration, portfolio-wide visibility, and operational optimization initiatives
• Establish scalable standards and best practices for enterprise BAS deployments
• Drive innovation in smart building technology and systems integration approaches

Business Development & Market Growth

• Support business development initiatives and client outreach efforts
• Assist with proposals, pricing strategies, scope development, and project pursuits
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and professional associations
• Help expand the company's presence throughout the Mid-Atlantic region

Business development activities are expected to represent approximately 10% of the role.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct experience within the Building Automation Systems (BAS) industry
• Strong background in controls engineering, programming, graphics development, systems integration, and project management
• 5+ years of client-facing project management experience
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, schedules, proposals, and project delivery
• Strong understanding of BAS networking, communications, and systems architecture
• Experience collaborating with IT teams and stakeholders on secure BAS deployments
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to develop client relationships and generate new business opportunities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of building automation system architecture and integration
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts including routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs, subnetting, and communication protocols
• Experience troubleshooting BAS communication, integration, and network issues
• Understanding of enterprise-level building systems management and operational technology (OT) environments

Highly Desirable Experience

• Extensive experience with Tridium Niagara 4
• Niagara 4 Certification
• Experience managing large-scale Niagara deployments, migrations, and upgrades
• Strong Niagara programming, wire-sheet development, database management, graphics, and visualization experience
• Experience integrating proprietary and open-protocol systems
• Knowledge of BAS hardware design, controller selection, network architecture, and sequence development
• Experience supporting enterprise-level smart building initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Base salary of $150,000 - $170,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 80% remote working arrangement
• Flexible location across the East Coast, with preference for candidates based in Maryland or Northern Virginia
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile smart building and systems integration projects
• Exposure to enterprise-level building automation programs rather than single-site projects
• Strong career growth opportunities within an innovative and expanding organization
• Collaborative culture that values technical excellence, innovation, and leadership

The Ideal Candidate

This role will suit an experienced BAS professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and leadership capability.

You'll be someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building trusted client relationships, mentoring teams, and driving projects to successful outcomes. Most importantly, you'll be excited by the opportunity to shape the future of building automation and smart building integration at scale.

Senior Commissioning Lead

Oakland, California (Hybrid)

$155,000 - $175,000 Base Salary + Full Benefits

Our client is a leading building performance and commissioning consultancy that is transforming the way owners, developers, and project teams deliver high-performing buildings. By combining deep engineering expertise with cutting-edge analytics and technology, they help clients move beyond traditional commissioning to achieve measurable operational, energy, and performance outcomes.

Due to continued growth across Northern California, they are seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Lead to spearhead project delivery, strengthen client relationships, mentor engineering teams, and help expand their presence throughout the Bay Area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished commissioning professional who enjoys leading complex projects, developing client relationships, and playing a strategic role in the growth of a forward-thinking engineering organization.

The Opportunity

As Senior Commissioning Lead, you will take ownership of a portfolio of high-profile commissioning and building performance projects while serving as a key leader within the Bay Area operation.

You will work directly with building owners, design teams, contractors, facility leaders, and executive stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered successfully from concept through occupancy and ongoing optimization.

In addition to project leadership, you will help grow the business through client development, industry engagement, and mentoring the next generation of engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead complex new construction commissioning and building performance projects from inception through completion
• Provide technical oversight for design reviews, submittal reviews, commissioning planning, functional performance testing, and project closeout
• Manage project budgets, schedules, resources, and client expectations
• Deliver exceptional outcomes across healthcare, commercial, institutional, mission-critical, and large-scale development projects

Building Analytics & Performance

• Utilize advanced analytics platforms and commissioning tools to identify issues early and improve building performance
• Leverage Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD) and data-driven methodologies to optimize systems and reduce operational risk
• Analyze building system performance and develop practical recommendations for owners and operators

Existing Building Commissioning & Energy Performance

• Lead ASHRAE Level I and II energy audits
• Develop and evaluate energy conservation measures (ECMs)
• Support retro-commissioning, optimization initiatives, and measurement & verification activities
• Present findings and recommendations to both technical and executive audiences

Client Development & Market Growth

• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, facility teams, and industry partners
• Support proposal development, project pursuits, pricing strategies, and business development activities
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and professional associations throughout Northern California
• Contribute to the continued growth of the firm's regional presence and service offerings

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor engineers and project managers across technical delivery and professional development
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture
• Help develop innovative processes, tools, and best practices that enhance project delivery and client outcomes

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) License – Mechanical or Electrical
• 10+ years of experience within commissioning, building performance, MEP engineering, controls engineering, or energy engineering
• Proven experience leading large-scale commissioning and building performance projects
• Strong client management and stakeholder engagement experience
• Demonstrated success developing new business opportunities and expanding client relationships
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication skills

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of HVAC systems, hydronic systems, air-side distribution, central plants, and electrical systems
• Strong knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and complex control sequences
• Experience utilizing commissioning analytics platforms and Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD) tools
• Expertise in commissioning processes, energy audits, retro-commissioning, and performance optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
• BCxA Certification
• Experience with large-scale institutional, healthcare, commercial, or mission-critical facilities

What Success Looks Like

During your first year, you will:

• Take ownership of multiple active commissioning projects and successfully guide them through completion
• Establish and strengthen key client relationships across the Bay Area market
• Utilize advanced analytics tools to improve project delivery and building performance outcomes
• Mentor junior engineers and project managers while helping scale regional operations
• Contribute to business growth through client engagement, proposal support, and market development initiatives

What's on Offer

• Base salary of $155,000 - $175,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working environment based in Oakland, CA
• Opportunity to lead high-profile, technically challenging projects
• Exposure to innovative building analytics and performance technologies
• Clear pathway for continued leadership and career progression
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture focused on technical excellence and innovation

This position is ideal for a senior commissioning professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills, commercial awareness, and a passion for improving building performance through innovation and data-driven decision making.

Commissioning Technician – Data Center Project (Virginia)

We are seeking experienced Commissioning Technicians to join a large-scale data center project in Virginia. The successful candidates will support the testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and commissioning of critical electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring all equipment is installed and operating to project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with commissioning and functional testing activities.
• Support startup and validation of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Review test procedures and document results.
• Identify and help resolve system deficiencies.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all site safety requirements.

Requirements:

• Experience in commissioning, electrical, mechanical, or data center environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
• Willingness to work on-site in Virginia with occasional travel away from Virginia if required

This is a hands-on role working directly with customers, delivering high-quality servicing, fault diagnosis, and system performance optimisation across a range of sites.

Key responsibilities:
• Deliver planned servicing and maintenance to contract customers
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and replace critical components
• Carry out airflow measurements and performance assessments
• Commission, upgrade, and refurbish systems on-site and in workshop environments
• Produce clear technical reports and service documentation
• Build strong customer relationships and identify further service opportunities

What we’re looking for:
• Minimum 3 years’ experience servicing engineering or HVAC equipment
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with air handling, airflow, and moisture measurement
• Ability to produce clear, customer-facing technical reports
• HNC/HND (or higher) in a relevant engineering discipline

F-GAS certification is mandatory for this role and candidates without this cannot be considered.