I&C / BMS Construction Manager

Description:

We are seeking an experienced I&C / BMS Construction Manager to oversee the installation, integration, and commissioning of instrumentation & controls (I&C) systems and building management systems (BMS) on a large-scale, mission-critical project. This role will be responsible for managing contractors, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and driving the successful turnover of critical control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site supervision of subcontractors installing I&C devices (sensors, transmitters, valves) and BMS infrastructure (controllers, panels, networks).
• Coordinate interfaces between process utilities, electrical/mechanical systems, and IT/OT networks.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Conduct daily walkdowns, inspections, and progress monitoring for I&C and BMS scopes.
• Support functional testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, redlines, and as-built documentation for I&C/BMS systems.
• Partner with design teams, commissioning agents, and client representatives to resolve technical issues.
• Track and report progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to project leadership.
• Promote a safety-first culture with strict adherence to site EHS requirements.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of construction management experience with a strong focus on controls, automation, and building systems.
• Proven background on mission-critical projects such as data centers, semiconductor fabs, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Solid understanding of I&C systems (sensors, transmitters, PLC/DCS integration) and BMS platforms (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider, Tridium Niagara, etc.).
• Knowledge of communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC) and networked control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, one-lines, control schematics, and mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Strong project management skills with experience overseeing subcontractors, budgets, and schedules.
• Proficiency with construction/project management tools (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.).

Preferred

• Commissioning or QA/QC experience with controls systems.
• BICSI, PMP, or PE license in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering.
• Vendor certifications in BMS/I&C platforms.

Why Join Us

OnQGlobalCx is a project management and engineering consulting firm that partners with top-tier clients on some of the most complex mission-critical projects worldwide. While we operate on a large scale, we maintain a family-run, tight-knit culture — with a proactive focus on rolling our people onto new opportunities when projects wrap.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a mission-critical project with long-term career potential.
• Be part of a tight-knit, high-performing team delivering world-class facilities for leading technology clients.

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