Building Services Manager

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an experienced Building Services Manager for a major student accommodation project in Exeter. This role involves overseeing Mechanical and Electrical subcontractors throughout design, installation, and commissioning phases, ensuring timely and coordinated delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and experience with Tier 1 contractors. With a focus on health and safety and client satisfaction, this position offers a competitive salary and an enhanced benefits package. If you're ready to drive the successful delivery of this significant project, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline, preferably Mechanical or Electrical.
• Experience with Tier 1 contractors and leading building services packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage Mechanical and Electrical subcontractors through design and installation phases.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Skills

Building Services Management

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Health and Safety Standards

M&E Design and Commissioning

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Building Services Manager to join a large £200m + student accommodation project in Exeter. You will manage the Mechanical and Electrical subcontractors through the contractor design portion (COP), design development, site installation, and commissioning, ensuring all work is fully coordinated and delivered on schedule.

You’ll champion the perfect delivery philosophy, maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

About You:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (preferably Mechanical or Electrical)
• Experience with a Tier 1 contractor, including pre-construction experience
• Previous experience of leading the building services package on major projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of M&E procedures, with technical and professional expertise
• Ability to produce M&E design, installation, and commissioning programmes
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and meet targets effectively
• A full UK driving licence is required

If you have the skills and experience to drive the successful delivery of this major project, we want to hear from you!

On offer is a competitive salary of £70,000-£80,000 depending on experience, and an enhanced benefits package.

Next steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Cat on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed.