Assistant Technical Services Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in City of London is seeking an Assistant Technical Services Manager to support the Senior TSM across a portfolio of commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects.

You will coordinate MEP services, review drawings and specifications, and manage subcontractors to ensure timely delivery with high quality and safety standards across multiple schemes.

Qualifications

• Experience on commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating MEP design and installation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Technical Services Manager with delivery and coordination of MEP services across multiple projects.
• Assist with management of MEP subcontractors and coordination with other trades.
• Review technical drawings, specifications and submissions for correctness.
• Support MEP design coordination and identify clashes or issues.
• Assist with RFIs, technical queries and design development.
• Coordinate MEP works with the broader construction programme.
• Monitor installation progress, quality and compliance with requirements.
• Assist with RAMS reviews, ITT/QA documentation and meetings.
• Support commissioning, testing and handover of MEP systems.
• Maintain communication with consultants, subcontractors and project team.

Skills

MEP coordination

Project coordination

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Building Services engineering qualification

Job description

Location: City of London
Salary: £50K- £55K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Full Time

Reference: MB16_1792050330
Posted: October 15, 2026

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Technical Services Manager to join a well-established construction contractor, supporting the delivery of multiple commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects across London.

The successful candidate will work closely alongside the Senior Technical Services Manager, providing support across the technical coordination and delivery of MEP services across multiple projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Services Engineer, MEP Coordinator or Assistant TSM looking to take the next step in their career and progress towards a Technical Services Manager or Building Services Manager position.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an Assistant Technical Services Manager to support the Senior Technical Services Manager across a portfolio of commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects.

The role will provide exposure to the full technical services lifecycle, including design coordination, subcontractor management, technical reviews, installation, quality assurance, commissioning and handover. The successful candidate will work closely with project, commercial, design and construction teams across multiple schemes to ensure MEP services are coordinated and delivered effectively.

Responsibilities for the Assistant Technical Services Manager

Support the Senior Technical Services Manager with the delivery and coordination of MEP services across multiple projects.

Assist with the management of mechanical, electrical and public health subcontractors.

Review technical drawings, specifications, design information and technical submissions.

Support MEP design coordination and identify technical issues or clashes.

Assist with RFIs, technical queries and design development.

Coordinate MEP works with the wider construction programme and other trades.

Monitor installation progress, quality and compliance with project requirements.

Support the review of subcontractor RAMS, inspection and test plans and QA documentation.

Attend design, coordination and progress meetings.

Assist with resolving technical and construction issues on site.

Support commissioning, testing and handover of MEP systems.

Maintain effective communication with consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project team.

Assist the Senior TSM with technical reporting and project documentation.

Promote high standards of health & safety, quality and environmental performance.

Requirements

Previous experience as an Assistant Technical Services Manager, Building Services Engineer, MEP Coordinator, Building Services Coordinator or similar.

Experience working on commercial refurbishment, fit-out or major construction projects.

Good understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health services.

Experience coordinating MEP design and installation.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Experience working with MEP subcontractors and specialist contractors.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

A proactive approach with the ambition to progress into a senior technical services position.

Relevant building services or engineering qualification is advantageous.

CSCS and SMSTS/SSSTS certification would be beneficial.

What Our Client Offers

Opportunity to work across multiple commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects.

Direct exposure to an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager.

Opportunity to develop across the full MEP project lifecycle.

Clear progression towards a Building Services Manager or Technical Services Manager position.

Supportive project and senior management team.

Exposure to technically challenging commercial refurbishment works.

Long-term project pipeline and career development opportunities.

Competitive salary and benefits package.