Building Services Manager

Randstad Construction & Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 main contractor is seeking a Building Services Manager for a 12-15 month contract in central London. The role involves overseeing mechanical and electrical packages for a commercial laboratories project, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing a team of engineers. Ideal candidates will have a background with main contractors and be ready to start within two weeks.

Benefits

Market leading rates for suitable candidates

Long term contract for a minimum of 12 months

Qualifications

• Must hold CSCS, SMSTS & First Aid tickets.
• Mechanical or Electrical background required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building services installation and commissioning.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Compliance

Education

Degree or Equivalent qualification

Job description

Building Services Manager required working for a UK leading Tier 1 main contractor on a 12-15 month contract in central London.

Within this role applicants will be overseeing both mechanical & electrical packages valued at around 20m as part of a commercial laboratories project.

Applicants must have a main contractor background on similar projects in order to be selected and this role will be interviewing immediately with a view to start in the first week of June.

Benefits:

• Market leading rates for suitable candidates
• Work with one of the largest main contractors in the UK
• A long term contract for a minimum of 12 months

Duties:

• Overseeing all aspects of building services installation and commissioning on assigned projects. This includes HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and other related systems.
• Managing budgets, schedules, and resources for building services projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion.
• Leading and mentoring a team of building services engineers and technicians. Providing technical guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and standards. This includes health and safety regulations, quality control procedures, and environmental standards.
• Collaborating effectively with other project teams, including architects, structural engineers, and contractors, to ensure seamless integration of building services into the overall design and construction.
• Preparing and reviewing technical specifications and drawings, ensuring accuracy and completeness of building services designs.
• Managing subcontractor relationships, selecting qualified subcontractors, monitoring their performance, and resolving any conflicts or disputes.
• Conducting regular site inspections to monitor progress, identify potential problems, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Preparing and presenting progress reports to project managers and senior management, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and proposed solutions.
• Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures to ensure that building services installations meet the highest standards.
• Managing risk and health and safety on site for all aspects of building services installations.
• Managing handover and commissioning processes to ensure building services are fully operational and meet client expectations.

Requirements:

• Hold an in date CSCS, SMSTS & First Aid tickets
• Mechanical or Electrical background - Degree or Equivalent qualification
• Previously worked for a tier 1 main contractor as a Building Services Manager
• Able to start within the next 2 weeks

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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