Building Services Engineer (Progression to Pre-Con Manager)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Building Services Engineer to advance to Pre-Construction Manager. This role offers on-the-job training, competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000, and significant career progression. Ideal candidates have a background in building services and a UK driver's license. Join a company recognized for its technical expertise and innovative solutions.

Benefits

Company Car

Training and Development

33 Days Holiday

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in building services engineering is essential.
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems required.
• Willingness to learn and gain further qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Create specifications for Mechanical and Electrical Design Teams.
• Meet with clients and contractors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Receive on-the-job training from senior team members.
• Progress to Pre-Construction Manager role.

Skills

Building Services Background

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

UK Drivers License

Job description

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Client:

Ernest Gordon Recruitment

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Building Services Engineer (Progression to Pre-Construction Manager)
£38,000 - £45,000 + Company Car + Training + Progression + 33 Days Holiday + Benefits
Manchester
Are you a Building Services Engineer, either from an on-the-tools or design background, looking for training to become a Pre-Con Manager in a role that grants a high amount of autonomy, responsibility and continued career development?

Do you want a role where you'll learn directly from senior members of the team and be pushed to develop your technical skills quickly, enabling quick progression to management?

In this role you will be working on the Pre-Construction stages of contracts for a specialist consultancy who are experts in the design and build of Data Centres. Working below a senior project leader, you'll be taught a broad range of skills from technical specification, electrical and mechanical design and how to effectively coordinate teams across different areas of expertise.
Founded over 100 years ago, this UK-based but global company has evolved from an electrical contractor into a modern business focused on innovative technology solutions, specialising in the design, build, and maintenance of critical infrastructure. With a reputation for technical expertise and innovation, they are recognised as a leader in delivering reliable infrastructure that supports digital transformation.
This role would suit Building Services Engineer from either an on-the-tools or design background, looking for in-depth training from senior members to the team to progress their career, becoming a Pre-Construction Manager.
The Role:

• Liaising with key stakeholders to understand project requirements
• Interpreting Engineering drawings and creating specifications for a Mechanical and Electrical Design Teams
• Meeting with clients, contractors and local authorities to ensure works run smoothly
• On the job training from senior members of the Project team
• Direct progression to Pre-Construction Manager

The Person:

• Building Services Background
• Mechanical or Electrical knowledge
• UK Drivers License

Job Reference BBBH: 20869
2396, Engineer, Building Services, Engineering, Project, Manager, Pre-Construction, Management, Building, Services, Mechanical, Electrical, M&E, Pre-Con, Design, Manchester, Oldham
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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