Building Services Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to oversee MEP delivery on major construction projects in the UK. The role includes managing complex M&E operations, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance across two high-profile schemes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction management and excellent interpersonal skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Building Services Manager or MEP Project Manager.
• Strong technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Experience managing M&E packages in excess of £5 million.

Responsibilities

• Lead all MEP services across two projects, ensuring compliance.
• Coordinate MEP strategy and value engineering proposals.
• Oversee buildability reviews and spatial coordination.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Relevant qualifications in Building Services Engineering

Job description

Building Services Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Building Services Manager to take ownership of the full MEP delivery across two major construction projects currently in preconstruction phase, with a combined mechanical and electrical package value of approximately £10 million.

This position plays a critical leadership role in the successful planning, coordination, and future delivery of complex M&E works on two high-profile schemes: one located in Guildford, and the other near Heathrow. The successful candidate will split their time evenly between both sites on a weekly basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the principal lead for all Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) services across both projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance from preconstruction through to delivery.
• Work closely with the design team, consultants, and specialist subcontractors to coordinate and develop MEP strategy, value engineering proposals, and technical submissions during the preconstruction phase.
• Provide expert input into design reviews, programme planning, procurement strategy, and interface management.
• Oversee buildability reviews, system sequencing, spatial coordination, and ensure early identification and resolution of potential clashes or programme risks.
• Ensure all MEP elements are fully integrated with the architectural and structural design and aligned with client performance requirements.
• Maintain robust relationships with client teams, project stakeholders, airport authorities, and internal project leadership to ensure seamless project progression.
• Support and manage site mobilisation for MEP works and provide oversight through future delivery phases where required.

Candidate Requirements

• A proven track record as a Building Services Manager or MEP Project Manager within the construction industry, ideally with experience managing M&E packages in excess of £5 million.
• Strong technical knowledge across both mechanical and electrical disciplines, with a clear understanding of preconstruction, commissioning, and handover processes.
• Demonstrable experience working on high-value commercial schemes, with aviation sector experience highly advantageous.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-site responsibilities while ensuring consistent communication, reporting, and coordination.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate with design and delivery teams.
• Relevant qualifications in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management (e.g., HND/HNC, Degree, or equivalent). Professional accreditation (e.g., MCIBSE, MIET) is beneficial but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• A strategic, high-impact role on two technically demanding projects.
• Exposure to flagship developments with strong pipeline visibility.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including car allowance, pension, private healthcare, and professional development support.
• The opportunity to work for a forward-thinking main contractor with a strong presence in the commercial and aviation sectors