Building Services Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager for a major life science project in Oxford. This role involves overseeing MEP services, ensuring high standards in safety, quality, and budget management. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in managing large-scale projects and strong knowledge of building services engineering.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing MEP services on projects of £5m+ value.
• Strong knowledge in Building Services Engineering and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee MEP services construction, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage project progress, risks, and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Safety Assurance

Decision Making

Education

Trade/Technical Engineering apprenticeship

HNC

HND

BTEC

Job description

Building Services Manager – Life Science Project in Oxford

Are you an experienced Building Services Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality, innovative life science projects?

A leading construction company is seeking a talented professional to oversee the MEP services on a major life science and commercial office development in Oxford. This exciting role offers an opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge project while aligning with a company that values safety, integrity, and client focus.

About The Project:

• Three life-science and commercial office buildings in Oxford.

Your Role:

As Building Services Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction of MEP services for this project, ensuring the highest standards in time, budget, safety, and quality.

You will:

• Manage the MEP construction team and ensure compliance with project and company standards.
• Be accountable for the construction aspects of MEP services, including site management, programme, health & safety, quality, and commissioning.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders including clients, consultants, trade contractors, and other team members.
• Monitor project progress, identify trends and critical path risks, and ensure effective coordination between trades.
• Manage the Quality Assurance process, ensuring all trade contractors follow the agreed process for top-tier installations.
• Lead commissioning strategies, including IST approach, ATP’s, and Soft Landings.
• Work towards net-zero carbon transition by identifying and managing carbon emissions throughout the delivery of work.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing MEP services on projects of £5m+ value.
• Strong knowledge in Building Services Engineering, installation and testing methods, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with construction sequencing, dependencies, and collaboration with other trades and build elements.
• Proficiency in planning and managing construction schedules, critical paths, and commissioning activities.
• Strong focus on safety and quality assurance processes, with an understanding of the necessary standards.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and make decisions effectively.
• Relevant qualifications such as Trade/Technical Engineering apprenticeship, SMSTS, CSCS card.
• Experience within the life sciences or commercial sector is an advantage.

You’ll Also Have:

• A comprehensive understanding of the commissioning process, Cause & Effect, BMS functionality, and IST.
• Accreditation with professional bodies such as CIBSE, IET, IMechE, or CIOB.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and decision-making skills.
• A collaborative and innovative mindset with the ability to influence and guide teams to success.
• Formal Engineering or Construction qualifications (HNC, HND, BTEC, or equivalent).

Additional Information:

We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options, where applicable, to accommodate the right candidate.