BMS Engineer | Cape Town

Role summary

BMS Engineer | Cape Town is a role at Kirby Group Engineering in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (hybrid). Posted 2026-09-08. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

BMS Engineer | Cape Town

Company

Kirby Group Engineering

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Work arrangement

hybrid

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-09-08

Job description

Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years

To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.

To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.

To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.

To work with the best.

Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

What You'll Be Doing

You will lead the development, review and coordination of BMS engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, including:

Tier 2 engineering and design submittals

I/O schedules and data point lists

Equipment schedules and system schematics

Panel designs, device layouts and control interlocks

Functional Design Specifications (FDS)

Cause and Effect matrices

Testing, demonstration and acceptance documentation

O&M documentation and record drawings

Technical reviews of vendor and equipment submittals

You will ensure that BMS solutions align with project specifications, client requirements and industry standards while maintaining full design traceability and change control throughout the project.

Design Coordination & Engineering Responsibilities

Lead the development of BMS design documentation for hyperscale data centre projects

Review mechanical and electrical design packages to ensure integration with BMS systems

Coordinate engineering activities with MEP, BIM, QA/QC and commissioning teams

Develop and maintain Functional Design Specifications and control philosophies

Produce and review control schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layouts

Manage design changes and ensure engineering records remain accurate and auditable

Review subcontractor and vendor submittals for technical compliance

Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops and model reviews

Identify and resolve technical issues during design development

Support value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure designs comply with project specifications, industry standards and client requirements

Project Delivery Support

Although primarily office-based, you will support project teams throughout delivery by:

Providing technical guidance to site-based engineering teams

Supporting engineering queries and technical issue resolution

Reviewing commissioning procedures and testing documentation

Participating in progress reviews and technical workshops

Monitoring engineering deliverables against project programmes

Supporting change management and engineering risk assessments

Liaising with specialist subcontractors and equipment vendors

Assisting with quality reviews and technical audits where required

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

Support the development and review of commissioning documentation

Review testing procedures and BMS demonstration scripts

Ensure engineering deliverables support successful commissioning activities

Verify that all system changes are documented and incorporated into final records

Review as-built documentation and O&M manuals

Support client demonstrations and technical handover processes

Contribute to project close-out reports and lessons learned reviews

What You'll Need to Succeed

Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Automation, Controls Engineering or a related discipline

Significant experience delivering BMS projects within data centres, pharmaceutical, industrial, critical facilities or other complex environments

Strong understanding of BMS architecture, controls philosophy and system integration

Experience producing Functional Design Specifications, I/O schedules and control schematics

Knowledge of HVAC systems and their integration with BMS controls

Experience reviewing technical submittals and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams

Strong understanding of commissioning and handover processes

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications

Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced project environments

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on some of Europe's largest hyperscale data centre projects

Exposure to cutting-edge mission-critical infrastructure

Collaborative engineering environment with multidisciplinary teams

Ongoing technical and professional development

Career progression opportunities within a growing international business

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working opportunities where project requirements allow

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page ( Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers ) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.