Building Services Manager

GS3 Recruitment Glasgow; Holytown; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car or Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

Company Pension Scheme

34 Days Annual Leave including bank |

Ongoing training and career develop­?

Eye care scheme

Job summary

Our client in Motherwell, a leading Tier 1 Building & Construction firm, seeks an experienced Building Services Manager (or Senior) to deliver MEP services from pre-construction to handover across projects in Scotland. You"ll manage mechanical, electrical and public health packages, coordinating with teams, consultants and subcontractors.

The role requires strong knowledge of Building Regulations, energy compliance, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in Building Services, MEP or Building Services Engineering within construction.
• HNC/HND/degree or equivalent in Building Services/MEP.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, energy compliance and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health services across multiple projects.
• Coordinate MEP activities from pre-construction through installation, commissioning and handover.
• Review designs and subcontractor proposals for compliance with project specifications.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement solutions.
• Lead coordination and commissioning meetings with internal teams, consultants and subcontractors.
• Carry out site inspections to ensure quality, safety and compliance.
• Support testing, commissioning and client demonstrations prior to completion.
• Ensure regulations and employer requirements are met throughout delivery.
• Assist with technical input during tender stages.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Skills

MEP coordination

Stakeholder management

Client liaison

Driving licence

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Building Services Manager (or Senior)

£75,000 - £90,000+ DOE

Location: Motherwell, with projects across the Central Belt of Scotland

Salary: Competitive + Company Car/Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Our client, a leading Tier 1 Building & Construction firm, is looking to appoint an experienced Building Services Manager to join their growing team in Scotland. The opportunity is also open to a Senior Building Services Manager. Working across a diverse portfolio of construction projects, you'll play a key role in managing the successful delivery of MEP Services from pre‑construction through to commissioning and handover. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high‑quality, prestigious projects.

Role

As Building Services Manager, you'll work closely with project delivery teams, consultants and subcontractors to ensure all building services installations are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, budget and technical specifications. You'll oversee every stage of the MEP process, ensuring designs are coordinated, installations meet statutory requirements, and projects achieve successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health services across multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate MEP activities from pre‑construction through installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Review technical designs and subcontractor proposals to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle, identifying risks and implementing effective solutions.
• Chair technical coordination and commissioning meetings with internal teams, consultants and subcontractors.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure quality, safety and compliance with design requirements.
• Support project teams with testing, commissioning and client demonstrations prior to project completion.
• Ensure statutory obligations, Building Regulations and employer requirements are met throughout the delivery process.
• Assist with technical input during tender stages where required, including reviewing design information and subcontractor submissions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Previous experience in a Building Services Manager, MEP Manager or Building Services Engineer role within the construction industry.
• A background in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent industry experience in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, BREEAM, energy compliance and current industry standards.
• Experience managing MEP packages on live construction projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with excellent problem‑solving ability.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Company Pension Scheme
• 34 Days Annual Leave including bank holidays
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to work on prestigious projects with one of the UK's leading Tier 1 contractors
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Eye care scheme

If you're an experienced Building Services professional looking for your next challenge with a respected Tier 1 contractor, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Contact: Becky Rayner

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.