BU Technical Manager DCS

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services firm is seeking a Business Unit Technical Manager for its Data Centre division in London. The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical and electrical maintenance experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a thorough understanding of Data Centre operations. You will ensure facilities meet high standards, supervise maintenance, and manage compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in mechanical and electrical maintenance engineering.
• Experience in Data Centre environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure critical facilities operate to high standards.
• Act as Senior Authorized Person for HV.
• Conduct scenario and drill training with engineering staff.
• Supervise engineering subcontractors and ensure compliance.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Excellent interpersonal skills

Data Centre experience

Education

Electrically qualified

Job description

Job Description: BU Technical Manager DCS

Job ID 230204

Posted 21-Jul-2025

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Data Centers, Digital & Technology/Information Technology, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s) London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title: Business Unit Technical Manager

Business Sector: CBRE Data Centre Solutions

Location: London & surrounding areas

Company Profile

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services, leveraging the industry’s most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally, we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries.

Purpose of the Job

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) aims to put clients first, invest in top talent, deliver operational excellence, and foster innovation. Due to growth, we are recruiting a Business Unit Technical Manager for our Data Centre division supporting multiple accounts and sites across London and surrounding areas.

Applicants should have a proven track record in mechanical and electrical maintenance engineering, excellent interpersonal skills, and be electrically qualified with experience in Data Centre environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure critical facilities operate to high standards
• Act as Senior Authorized Person for HV
• Perform root cause analysis and post-fault reviews
• Conduct scenario and drill training with engineering staff
• Interface with clients to ensure satisfaction and understanding of systems
• Carry out routine maintenance to meet and exceed SLAs
• Plan and execute plant/system shutdowns and long-term works
• Manage reactive repairs safely and promptly
• Supervise sub-contractors, including pricing and quoting
• Work with permit manager to ensure proper controls
• Maintain availability of spares and materials
• Keep comprehensive maintenance records
• Support statutory compliance and record-keeping for quality management
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments for tasks
• Supervise engineering subcontractors and ensure compliance
• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with policies and client requirements