We are currently recruiting an Energy Controls Manager (BMS Manager) to join the highly acclaimed estates division at the London School of Economics.
Why Work at LSE?
At LSE, you’ll be part of one of the world’s leading universities, renowned for its global impact and commitment to sustainability. LSE offers an outstanding employment package, including:
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Generous holiday entitlement: 41 days per year (25 annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 8 school closure days).
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Excellent pension schemes: Employer contributions of 14.5–16.5%
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Health & wellbeing support: Subsidised gym membership, eyecare, dental benefits, and wellbeing initiatives.
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Staff discounts: Access to LSE Extras for savings on shopping, travel, and leisure.
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Professional development: Extensive training opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
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Central London location: Work on the iconic LSE campus at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
About the Role
Within this Energy Controls Manager role, you will be responsible for optimising energy use across campus mechanical and electrical services controlled by the Tridium Building Management System (BMS). You will be joining an excellent estates division and play a pivotal role in achieving LSE’s ambitious sustainability and carbon reduction goals.
Working closely with the Hard Services division, you will identify, implement, and monitor energy and cost-saving initiatives, ensuring systems perform to optimum capabilities while maintaining comfortable and safe conditions for building users. You will also provide specialist technical advice and support Capital Development projects with your expertise in Tridium BMS.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor daily performance of the Tridium BMS, proactively addressing issues to maintain peak efficiency.
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Investigate, analyse, troubleshoot, and upgrade control system hardware/software to prevent faults.
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Balance energy savings with occupant comfort and environmental conditions.
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Support LSE’s Carbon Management Plan and ISO 14001:2015 certified Environmental Management System.
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Provide technical support to the wider maintenance team.
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Collaborate with Capital Development on BMS-related projects.
About You
To be successful in this BMS Manager role, based in London, we are looking for an energy controls expert with significant experience with Tridium BMS. Ideally you will have started your career as a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer, before focusing your career within BMS controls and energy management.
Do you have:
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Minimum 2–4 years’ experience with Tridium BMS.
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City & Guilds or NVQ in mechanical/electrical discipline.
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In-depth knowledge of HVAC, LTHW systems, and legionella control.
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Strong understanding of relevant safety regulations and industry standards.
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Experience in implementing and managing BMS-related projects.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
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Exceptional technical expertise in energy efficiency and sustainability.
If this is you and you are looking to join a world leading institution, steeped in prestige please apply now! This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with a passion for sustainability, helping LSE achieve its energy and carbon reduction targets while ensuring world-class facilities for staff and students.
Apply today and make a difference at one of the world’s most prestigious universities.