James Thomas
Head of Digital Buildings, SES Engineering Services
James leads the Digital Buildings strategy for SES Engineering Services, bringing a strong vision for how data, technology and digital enablement can transform the built environment.Â
His leadership is shaping a forwardthinking digital direction for the business, one that places intelligent design, operational efficiency and sustainable performance at its core. With a deep belief that data and smart technologies are essential enablers, James is driving SES’ commitment to delivering buildings that perform better for clients, occupants and the environment.
With extensive experience in digital engineering, James positions it as the golden thread that connects concept design through to aftercare. This approach ensures that insight gained from realworld building data continually informs future design decisions, supports sustainable procurement, and enhances longterm asset performance.
James views a connected digital building as an ecosystem of interoperable technologies with each element enabling another, sharing data, and collectively improving outcomes. Whether optimising operational efficiency, strengthening energy performance or elevating user experience, he is committed to embedding digital capability that creates meaningful and measurable value across all projects.
Under his guidance, SES Engineering Services continues to advance its digital excellence, ensuring clients benefit from smarter, more resilient and futureready buildings.
