Description
data integrity
digital twin
bms management
energy optimisation
reporting dashboards
vendor management
This individual will be responsible for operational excellence, data integrity, occupant experience, and technology stewardship across the building’s integrated digital ecosystem, covering BMS, IoT, IWMS, Digital Twin (ParaOS), energy analytics, workplace experience platforms, and Schneider Electric’s independent data layer.
In addition to operating and showcasing 150 Holborn as a flagship model of an intelligent, sustainable, data-driven workplace, the role will include supporting smart building consulting and establishing the managed services line of business – to be offered to Clients on top of PARA OS deployments or as a data-driven FM service.
Building Performance, Data Insights & Optimisation
- Ensure continuous data integrity, connectivity, and high system uptime.
- Identify operational inefficiencies
- Serve as the primary owner of the smart building ecosystem at 150 Holborn.
- Act as the human interface between building users and the digital systems behind the scenes.
- Maintain the building as a living lab for smart building innovation.
- Liaise with the business development and opportunities team to promote managed services and data-driven FM services in Dar proposals
- Define and Manage digital FM workflows and governance within Planon, ensuring data quality and process adherence.
- Represent 150 Holborn as a smart building showcase for clients, partners, stakeholders, and visitors.
- Contribute to smart building consulting engagements across the UK, Europe, and MENA.
- Support proof-of-concept trials and pilot technologies.
- Use Building Advisor, ParaOS, BMS, sensors, and analytics to identify:
- Support adoption of workplace apps, visitor systems, smart booking, and wayfinding tools.
- Oversee performance, updates, cyber posture, and connectivity of all digital sub-systems, including:
- Maintain records of upgrades, maintenance, outages, cyber health checks, and compliance documentation.
- Support use-case definition, building data analysis, and digital FM strategy development.
- Provide reports or dashboards / visualisations that highlight energy usage, occupancy, space utilisation, comfort, and system performance.
- Support Dar’s Sustainability Council and ESG reporting.
- Use the Digital Twin, BMS, FDD platforms, and IWMS data to:
- Deliver insights to FM, sustainability, and leadership teams in clear, actionable formats.
- Oversee vendor SLAs, KPIs, and reporting.
- Contribute to decarbonisation initiatives and energy optimisation projects.
- Assist in the preparation of client presentations and reports.
- Ensure building technologies “feel” seamless, intuitive, and delightful for occupants.
- Act as the single point of escalation for digital/FM system issues.
- Conduct trainings, onboarding sessions, and weekly/monthly tech-awareness events.
- Drive continuous optimisation
- Conduct guided walkthroughs, demos, and technology presentations.
- Support compliance and optimisation for UL Spire, NABERS, BREEAM, EPC, SmartScore, WiredScore, and LEED.
- Coordinate with FM partners, Dar operations, Schneider Electric, AV vendors, IT, and workplace teams.
- Spearhead the development of the managed services stream by establishing the framework, methodology and templates.
Requirements
bms
planon
power bi
cem
ul spire
fdd
The ideal candidate combines experience in data-driven FM, digital building technologies, and workplace experience design, with strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical systems into meaningful insights and user value.
Smart Building Operations & Digital Systems Management
We are seeking a highly capable, digitally fluent Smart Building Experience & Operations Manager to lead day-to-day smart building operations at 150 Holborn, the global headquarters of Sidara and one of the most advanced intelligent buildings in the UK.
FM Governance, Vendor Coordination & Technology Ownership
Workplace & Occupant Experience Stewardship
Preferred Certifications
- BMS vendor training (Schneider, Siemens, JCI, Honeywell, etc.)
- ParaOS Digital Twin
- AV & meeting room technology
- IWMS/CAFM (Planon preferred)
- 5–10 years of experience in smart buildings, data-driven FM, workplace technology, or digital building operations.
- FDD/CBM tools (Building Advisor, CopperTree, SkySpark, etc.)
- Proven experience in FM operations, vendor coordination, or client-facing technical roles.
- Strong hands-on familiarity with:
- Creative problem solving, innovation mindset, and a “can-do” approach.
- UL Spire / SmartScore / WiredScore Accredited Professional
- Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Background in consulting, engineering, or digital workplace experience design is preferred.
- Power BI or equivalent analytics tools
- FM-related certifications (IWFM)
- Familiarity with SFG 20.
- BMS (any major vendor)
- Experience with smart building certifications (UL Spire, SmartScore, WiredScore, NABERS) is a significant advantage.
- EcoStruxure BMS, PME, and Lighting Controls
- Strong understanding of smart building ecosystems, IoT, BMS, IWMS, and energy systems.
- Planon IWMS (CAFM, space, room booking, agile workplace)
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) / Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) / Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP)
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Comfortable with both hands-on operational tasks and client-facing advisory work.
- Energy or sustainability certifications (LEED GA/AP, BREEAM, NABERS)
- High proficiency in dashboards, analytics, and data storytelling.
- Ability to manage cross-disciplinary teams (FM, IT, AV, sustainability, security).
Benefits
- Luminet internet services
- Digital Twin or building data platforms
- Freshwave mobile coverage systems
- Top 5 energy-saving opportunities per month
Training + Development
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