Director of Building Services and Engineering

The Management Recruitment Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Director of Building Services & Engineering to lead their Facilities Management strategy in London. This role involves managing a senior team, overseeing health and safety protocols, and ensuring superior service delivery across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience and a passion for creating a safe, inspiring environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years managing multi-site Estates functions.
• Proven excellence in Health & Safety management.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and manage senior teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine a comprehensive Facilities Management strategy.
• Ensure the estate remains secure and oversees engineering services.
• Present annual FM business plans and track key metrics.

Skills

Team Management

Health & Safety Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Financial Performance Optimization

Education

Chartered Property or Facilities Qualification

Project Management Certifications

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are searching for an experienced Director of Building Services & Engineering to champion their vision of creating safe, secure, and inspiring environments for their residents and teams.

The Role

As the Director of Building Services & Engineering, you will be the strategic lead behind the FM strategy. You will:

• Shape and Deliver the FM Strategy: Develop and refine a comprehensive Facilities Management strategy that harmonises Planned Preventative and Reactive Maintenance, Lifecycle Management, and Capital Expenditure.
• Champion Safety and Service Excellence: Ensure the estate remains a secure and vibrant environment, overseeing our Plant & Machinery and essential engineering services.
• Lead a Strong Team: Manage and mentor senior managers, including the Head of Building Services, Head of Resident Maintenance & Procurement, Commissioning & Building Services Manager, and Health & Safety Manager.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Present annual FM business plans, track key metrics, and deliver regular performance reports to ensure all services meet and exceed market-leading standards.

The Candidate
We are seeking a candidate with the following experience and attributes:

• Extensive Experience:
  • Essential: At least 10 years managing multi-site Estates functions.
  • Proven excellence in Health & Safety management and stakeholder engagement.
• Commercial and Financial Acumen:
  • A track record of driving financial performance and optimising procurement strategies while maintaining superior service delivery.

• Leadership and Team Management:
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor, and manage senior teams overseeing reactive and preventative maintenance functions.
• Flexibility & Resilience:
  • Willingness to work periodic weekends and anti-social hours as required.
• Qualifications:
  • Desirable: Chartered Property or Facilities qualification and Project Management certifications.

Key Behaviours:
As this role is part of the senior leadership team there are some key behaviours which we would expect the successful candidate to practice on a daily basis and they include:

• Approaches work with clarity, honesty, and consistency, holding themselves and others accountable to high ethical standards.
• Takes ownership of personal goals and motivates others to achieve theirs.
• Prioritises the needs and perspectives of customers in every decision.
• Maintains a strong drive to achieve outcomes and deliver high-quality results.
• Brings enthusiasm and a positive attitude to the workplace, contributing to a supportive team culture.
• Actively seeks opportunities for personal growth and supports the development of colleagues.
• Champions an inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

For a confidential discussion to learn more about the role and opportunity, please contact Michael Hewlett and Joe Glendon of The Management Recruitment Group.

Michael Hewlett
[e-mail]

Joe Glendon
[e-mail]

Applications should consist of a CV and Covering Letter and be sent to [e-mail] and
[e-mail].

Closing date for application is Sunday 29th June 2025.