Senior Engineering Manager, Estate & Facilities

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading museum in London seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to oversee engineering operations and smart building systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and smart technologies, focusing on enhancing visitor experiences and operational excellence across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering operations in complex environments.
• Experience in project management and integrating new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, implementation, and maintenance of engineering systems.
• Lead the transition from project construction to site operations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Innovation

Education

Building Services Engineering Degree

Tools

Building Management Systems

Data Analytics

Job description

Job Description:

The Management Recruitment Group is proud to partner with the London Museum in their search for a Senior Engineering Manager, Estate & Facilities.

We are seeking a highly-skilled, mechanically-biased Senior Engineering Manager to oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the Museum’s engineering and smart building systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and experience with smart building technologies.

The Senior Engineering Manager will focus on London Museum's new landmark site at Smithfield, as they transition from project construction to site operations. You will play a key role across the portfolio (Smithfield, London Wall, Docklands, and Mortimer Wheeler House) in developing unified approaches to monitor and manage spaces, enhance visitor experiences, and achieve operational excellence through innovative engineering solutions.

We are looking for a smart building systems specialist to lead London Museum from standard PPMs, aligned with SFG20, to utilizing data and monitoring for a bespoke maintenance regime.

You will have:

• Proven experience managing engineering operations within complex building environments, with the ability to analyze problems strategically and propose innovative solutions.
• Experience and expertise in smart building technologies, including building management systems and data analytics.
• A relevant building services engineering degree.
• A strong track record of leading, managing, and developing high-performing technical teams while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Experience and knowledge of contract management in engineering and facilities management services.
• Experience in project management, especially in implementing and integrating new technologies within existing infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of building services, preventive maintenance strategies, and energy management systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences.

London Museum is supported in this recruitment by The Management Recruitment Group. To arrange a confidential briefing, please contact Connor Humpage.