Building Services Manager

Sir Robert McAlpine; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Building Services Manager to lead MEP delivery for landmark projects. This hands-on role involves managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance, and driving quality in projects, particularly in heritage restoration. Candidates should possess technical expertise in MEP services, relevant qualifications, and strong stakeholder management skills. The role offers competitive rewards and opportunities for progression within a family-run firm that values inclusivity and diverse representation.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing MEP delivery on complex projects, preferably on heritage refurbishments.
• Strong technical expertise in MEP services for listed buildings.
• Proficient in modern construction techniques and off-site manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the MEP delivery strategy and manage subcontractor performance.
• Drive quality assurance and coordinate with other trades to avoid delays.
• Champion innovation through digital tools to improve quality.

Skills

Managing MEP delivery

Technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, public health services

Stakeholder management

3D modeling skills

Education

HNC or Degree in Building Services Engineering

Tools

4projects or similar Common Data Environment platforms

Job description

Lead major Commercial London Projects focussing on MEP delivery as our Building Services Manager

Join us in delivering a landmark heritage restoration in the heart of Cambridge. As Building Services Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful integration, commissioning, and handover of complex MEP systems within a sensitive and historically significant environment. This is a hands‑on position where your technical expertise and leadership will safeguard quality and compliance while respecting the building's cultural heritage.

Why join us?

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, the Wales Millennium centre, Birmingham's Bull Ring, London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. Our family‑owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Building Services Role

Reporting to the Project Building Services Manager, you will take ownership of the delivery and integration of MEP services from early‑stage construction through to final client handover. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll ensure systems are designed, installed, and delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the MEP delivery strategy, ensuring coordination across all building services disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage subcontractor performance, reviewing technical submissions, drawings, and installation plans for compliance and practicality.
• Drive quality assurance, ensuring installations meet design intent, statutory requirements, and sustainability benchmarks (e.g., BREEAM, CIBSE, BSRIA).
• Coordinate with other trades and stakeholders to maintain programme and avoid delays, resolving technical issues promptly.
• Oversee design development and integration, ensuring modern systems complement the architectural vision and project objectives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting through a Common Data Environment (e.g., 4projects).
• Champion innovation, including off‑site manufacturing and digital tools, to improve efficiency and quality.

Your Profile

• Proven experience managing MEP delivery on complex projects, ideally including heritage refurbishments or high‑profile environments such as galleries, museums, or listed buildings.
• Strong technical and design expertise in mechanical, electrical, and public health services.
• Qualifications: HNC or Degree in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Skilled in 3D modelling and familiar with modern construction techniques and off‑site manufacturing.
• Competent in 4projects or similar Common Data Environment platforms.
• A proactive, detail‑driven professional with excellent communication and stakeholder management skill.

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide‑ranging, performance‑related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under‑represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family‑run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.