Building Services Account Director

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established property organization is seeking a Building Services Account Manager to oversee M&E and Facilities Management accounts in Central London. This role involves managing a prestigious commercial building and a team of approximately 25 staff, while ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service. The position offers excellent career progression opportunities within a market leader in the commercial building services sector.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in M&E or Total Facilities Management.
• Strong team management experience leading 25+ staff.
• Experience with budgets and P&L responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver M&E maintenance, energy & sustainability initiatives.
• Lead a team of around 25 staff, ensuring service excellence.
• Implement energy and sustainability initiatives to optimize performance.

Skills

Man-management

Budget handling

M&E management

Education

Institute of Leadership Management (Level 3-5)

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH

MIBFM

Job description

Job Title: Building Services Account Manager

Overview:

Our client, a well-established property and real estate organization, is seeking an experienced Building Services Account Manager to oversee M&E / Facilities Management accounts in Central London. The role involves managing a high-profile commercial building, delivering exceptional service, and leading a team of approximately 25 staff.

Key Details:

• Location: Central London
• Contract Type: Single Contract
• Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus scheme and pension included
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
• EU Work Permit Required: Yes
• Job Views: 5
• Posted Date: 16.06.2025
• Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and deliver M&E maintenance, energy & sustainability initiatives, and soft services for a high-profile building.
2. Lead and manage a team of around 25 staff, including supervisory, engineering, and support personnel.
3. Coordinate with on-site clients and stakeholders to ensure service excellence.
4. Maintain compliance through regular auditing and reporting.
5. Identify opportunities for project works and continuous improvement.
6. Implement energy and sustainability initiatives to optimize building performance.
7. Manage budget responsibilities, including a P&L of approximately £2.5 million.
8. Plan for succession and team development.

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least five years of experience managing M&E or Total Facilities Management in a commercial environment.
• Experience managing Landlord Services or M&E/Total FM clients.
• Strong man-management skills for a team of 25+.
• Experience handling budgets and P&L responsibilities.
• Desirable: Certifications such as Institute of Leadership Management (Level 3-5), IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, MIBFM, etc.

Opportunities:

This organization offers excellent career progression opportunities, including potential advancement into Area or Regional Management roles, and internal mobility across different accounts. It is suited for ambitious professionals seeking to further their careers within a market-leading company in the commercial building services and facilities management sector.