Technical Services Manager

Technical Services Manager - Commercial Fit-Out

Central London
£95,000-£100,000 + Travel + Bonus + Package
Tier 1 Principal Contractor
Flagship Commercial Fit-Out Project

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 principal contractor for an experienced Technical Services Manager to take responsibility for the building services delivery of a flagship commercial fit-out project in Central London.

This is a key project leadership position, working closely with the Project Director and wider construction team to manage the MEP services from pre-construction and design coordination through installation, commissioning and final handover.

The project is a high-profile, technically demanding commercial fit-out requiring a Technical Services Manager who understands both the technical and delivery aspects of major MEP packages and is confident managing specialist contractors, consultants and client stakeholders.

The Role

As Technical Services Manager, you will take ownership of the mechanical, electrical and public health services across the project, acting as the key interface between the principal contractor, MEP subcontractors, design consultants and client team.

You will be heavily involved in design development, technical coordination, procurement and programme management, before driving the services through installation, commissioning and handover.

This is a client-facing position requiring strong technical knowledge alongside the ability to manage multiple specialist subcontractors and ensure the MEP programme integrates effectively with the wider construction programme.

Key Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for MEP services delivery on a flagship commercial fit-out project

Manage mechanical, electrical and public health packages from pre-construction through to completion

Lead MEP design development and technical coordination

Manage specialist MEP subcontractors and suppliers

Review drawings, specifications, technical submissions and design information

Manage RFIs and ensure technical queries are resolved efficiently

Identify design risks, coordination issues and potential programme constraints

Drive value engineering while maintaining design intent and project requirements

Coordinate MEP installations with architectural, structural and construction packages

Manage MEP procurement and ensure long-lead equipment is identified and tracked

Develop and monitor MEP programmes, key milestones and short-term lookaheads

Chair MEP coordination and progress meetings

Liaise directly with clients, consultants, architects and the wider professional team

Monitor quality and ensure installations comply with specifications and approved designs

Oversee testing, commissioning and witnessing activities

Manage snagging, O&M information and final project handover

Ensure all MEP works comply with Health & Safety and project requirements

About You

We are looking for an experienced Technical Services Manager with a strong Building Services background and a proven track record delivering major commercial projects for a principal contractor.

You will need to be technically strong across MEP services while also possessing the management and communication skills required to drive subcontractors, challenge design teams and represent the principal contractor in meetings with senior client stakeholders.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Technical Services Manager, Building Services Manager or MEP Manager

Previous experience working for a Tier 1 or established principal/main contractor

Strong commercial fit-out experience

Experience managing substantial MEP packages on complex projects

Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services

Experience managing projects from pre-construction/design through to commissioning and handover

Strong design coordination and technical management experience

Good knowledge of technical submissions, RFIs, value engineering and procurement

Experience managing specialist MEP subcontractors

Strong understanding of testing and commissioning processes

Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills

Ability to drive programme and coordinate MEP services with the wider construction team

Relevant Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical qualification preferred

What's on Offer

£95,000-£100,000 basic salary

Travel allowance/expenses

Company bonus

Pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Flagship commercial fit-out project in Central London

Opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 principal contractor

Exposure to technically complex, high-value projects

Strong pipeline of secured work

Excellent long-term career progression

Apply

If you're an experienced Technical Services Manager with a strong principal contractor and commercial fit-out background, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
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