M&E Technical Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Mechanical & Electrical Contractor is seeking a Technical Manager in Tyseley. In this role, you will oversee service, maintenance, and small works projects, ensuring compliance and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in M&E services, experience in managing contracts, and excellent communication skills. Salary ranges from £48,000 to £54,000, alongside a company car or allowance and additional benefits.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Flexible holiday and benefits package

Opportunity to earn overtime

Long-term stability

Autonomy in role

Key role in a respected business

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical and electrical services.
• Experience in managing service & maintenance contracts.
• Technical knowledge of climate control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and compliant.

Skills

M&E / building services expertise

Service & maintenance management

Technical knowledge of climate control systems

Coordination of engineers and subcontractors

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client-facing skills

Job description

Job Profile

Job Profile for Technical Manager - SEL45345

Position: Technical Manager

Location: West Midlands

Salary: £48-54k plus company car or allowance

A well-established Mechanical & Electrical Contractor, with over 20 years of industry experience, is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee its service, maintenance, and small works function.

Operating from their office on the outskirts of Birmingham, the business specialises in high-quality M&E solutions within mission‑critical environments. The company works directly with end clients across sectors such as healthcare, IT, and critical infrastructure.

This Technical Manager will oversee planned and reactive maintenance alongside small works projects up to £50k, including plant replacements, system upgrades, and lifecycle improvements to critical M&E systems. You will be acting as the main point of contact for clients while ensuring all works are delivered safely and compliant. The role suits someone who enjoys a varied position combining technical leadership and client engagement.

The majority of the works will be overseeing major climate solutions within Mission Critical environments, along with associated electrical systems such as BMS, Controls.

Qualifications

• A strong background in M&E / building services (mechanical, electrical, or both)
• Experience managing service & maintenance contracts and/or small works projects
• Technical knowledge of climate control systems and associated electrical systems
• Experience coordinating engineers and subcontractors
• Strong organisational, communication, and client‑facing skills

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £48,000 - £54,000 depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance (flexible options available)
• Holiday and benefits package with scope for flexibility
• Opportunity to earn overtime
• Long‑term stability within a well‑established contractor
• Flat management structure with genuine autonomy
• Opportunity to play a key role in a respected and technically strong business