Building Management Systems Engineer Jobs
Building Management Systems Engineer jobs are open across commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government facilities, from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in HVAC controls, energy management, and system integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, seeks an Project Manager, Building Management Systems (BMS) to join our New York City team.
In this role, the Project Manager oversees and coordinates multiple building automation installation projects within a dynamic construction environment while managing project contracts, accounting, and resource allocation. This role acts as a critical liaison, developing strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. The position requires a process-oriented leader who can adapt to short deadlines, handle up to 25% travel, and maintain a solid familiarity with BAS, BMS, DDC, and energy management systems.
Experience with controls, BMS, BAS, DDC, Building Automation, Building Management, EPMS and Energy Management Systems is preferred.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Coordinate and manage multiple automation installation projects while remaining organized.
- Maintain project accounting and contracts.
- Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with members of the company, clients, subcontractors and other contacts.
- Anticipate and be able to meet short and/or unpredictable deadlines.
- Understand and conform to company policies and procedures.
- Recognize and utilize the company’s resources effectively and efficiently.
- Plan, organize and carry out assigned job responsibilities within established time parameters.
- Continuously seek to improve knowledge of required job skills and stay abreast of industry changes.
- Assume additional responsibilities as needed and approved by management.
- Travel Required up to 25%
- Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, CE, Math or Physics
- Minimum of 5-years project management experience in HVAC control and automation or equivalent industry experience in the NYC Metro area.
- Extensive computer and automation experience.
- Thorough understanding of the construction process.
- Demonstrated track record of completing projects on schedule and within budget.
- Excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills.
- Competent working with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of electrical wiring and schematics.
- Able to write, edit and understand sequences of operations.
- Able to read and understand project drawings and specifications.
- Have excellent oral/written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with consulting engineers regarding design, implementation and commissioning.
- A knowledge of Automated Logic controls preferred.
Compensation Range: $90,000 to $150,000 / year (Commensurate with experience)
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Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, seeks an Project Manager, Building Management Systems (BMS) to join our New York City team.
In this role, the Project Manager oversees and coordinates multiple building automation installation projects within a dynamic construction environment while managing project contracts, accounting, and resource allocation. This role acts as a critical liaison, developing strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. The position requires a process-oriented leader who can adapt to short deadlines, handle up to 25% travel, and maintain a solid familiarity with BAS, BMS, DDC, and energy management systems.
Experience with controls, BMS, BAS, DDC, Building Automation, Building Management, EPMS and Energy Management Systems is preferred.
#CSG
#LI-DB1
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Coordinate and manage multiple automation installation projects while remaining organized.
- Maintain project accounting and contracts.
- Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with members of the company, clients, subcontractors and other contacts.
- Anticipate and be able to meet short and/or unpredictable deadlines.
- Understand and conform to company policies and procedures.
- Recognize and utilize the company’s resources effectively and efficiently.
- Plan, organize and carry out assigned job responsibilities within established time parameters.
- Continuously seek to improve knowledge of required job skills and stay abreast of industry changes.
- Assume additional responsibilities as needed and approved by management.
- Travel Required up to 25%
- Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, CE, Math or Physics
- Minimum of 5-years project management experience in HVAC control and automation or equivalent industry experience in the NYC Metro area.
- Extensive computer and automation experience.
- Thorough understanding of the construction process.
- Demonstrated track record of completing projects on schedule and within budget.
- Excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills.
- Competent working with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of electrical wiring and schematics.
- Able to write, edit and understand sequences of operations.
- Able to read and understand project drawings and specifications.
- Have excellent oral/written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with consulting engineers regarding design, implementation and commissioning.
- A knowledge of Automated Logic controls preferred.
Compensation Range: $90,000 to $150,000 / year (Commensurate with experience)
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in building management systems engineer jobs.
- Experience programming and commissioning BACnet, Modbus, or LonWorks control systems
- Proficiency with Niagara Framework or Tridium Jace controllers
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or controls engineering or equivalent field experience
- Ability to read and interpret HVAC mechanical and electrical schematics
- Experience with energy management systems and building automation troubleshooting
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and local building codes for mechanical systems
Tips for Your Building Management Systems Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to control protocols
List the specific protocols you've worked with, BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, or proprietary platforms, and the system brands you've programmed. Hiring managers scan for these before reading anything else on a building management systems engineer resume.
Highlight certifications that close offers
Certifications like Niagara Framework, Tridium, or Certified Energy Manager carry real weight in building management systems engineer screenings. If you hold one, put it in your resume headline, not buried in a credentials section at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists building management systems engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by facility type
Filter job searches by facility type, hospital, campus, data center, or commercial tower, because the BMS platforms, system complexity, and day-to-day responsibilities differ sharply. Applying to roles that match your environment makes your experience read as directly relevant.
Prepare a system commissioning walkthrough
Interviewers for building management systems engineer roles almost always ask you to walk through a commissioning project end to end. Practice describing your scope, the control sequences you configured, the challenges you resolved, and how you handed off documentation to the facilities team.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Before accepting an offer, clarify whether the role owns programming, troubleshooting, or both, and how many sites you'll cover. Building management systems engineer compensation varies significantly based on scope, so confirming responsibilities first gives you a sharper basis for any salary conversation.
Building Management Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most building management systems engineers?
The most active employers for building management systems engineers right now are EMCOR, Vertiv, and Siemens, and the most openings are in New York, Arizona, and Utah, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at facilities management firms, systems integrators, and large healthcare or higher education campuses.
How many building management systems engineer jobs are remote?
About 50% of building management systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most BMS work. Remote opportunities are most common in roles focused on remote monitoring, analytics, or project management rather than on-site commissioning and programming.
How do you become a building management systems engineer?
Start with a degree in mechanical, electrical, or controls engineering, or complete a technical program in HVAC or building automation. Build hands-on experience through field technician roles or internships working on control panels and BAS platforms. Earn a Niagara Framework certification or equivalent credential, then pursue increasingly complex commissioning projects to advance into an engineer title.
Can you get hired as a building management systems engineer with little experience?
Entry points into building management systems engineering typically come through HVAC technician or controls technician roles rather than direct engineer hires. Employers hiring junior candidates look for demonstrated hands-on exposure to BAS platforms, even from vocational training, and a Tridium or Niagara certification can substitute for years of experience in early-career screenings.
What does the building management systems engineer interview process look like?
Most building management systems engineer interviews include a technical screen covering control sequences, protocol knowledge, and troubleshooting scenarios, followed by one or two rounds with an engineering lead or facilities director. Candidates are frequently asked to walk through a past commissioning project in detail. Some employers add a practical assessment involving schematic interpretation or a mock fault-finding exercise.
Where can I find and apply to building management systems engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to building management systems engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience, control platform background, and preferred facility type, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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