Senior Building Services Manager

Sphere Solutions; Filton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Prestigious project

Long-term progression

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is recruiting a Senior Building Services Manager to lead on-site delivery of MEP works in Bristol on a landmark £300m mixed-use development. You will head building services teams and coordinate with construction, design and commercial colleagues to ensure safe, on-time delivery to high standards.

The role requires strong MEP knowledge, proven leadership, and an ability to manage subcontractors on large-scale projects, with a focus on commissioning and handover.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering major construction projects with MEP scope.
• Strong leadership and ability to coordinate multiple teams.
• Solid knowledge of Building Regulations and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health works.
• Manage Building Services Managers, MEP subcontractors and site teams.
• Coordinate with construction, design and commercial teams.
• Monitor progress, quality and programme, report issues.

Skills

MEP knowledge

On-site leadership

Subcontractor management

Project coordination

Regulations compliance

Education

Building Services Engineering degree

HNC/HND

Job description

SENIOR BUILDING SERVICES MANAGER

Senior Building Services Manager

Location: Bristol

Sector: Construction - Major Mixed-Use Development

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

A leading property developer is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Building Services Manager to join the team delivering a landmark £300 million mixed‑use development in Bristol.

Working on site, you'll be responsible for leading the successful installation, coordination and commissioning of all mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) services. Reporting into the Building Services Project Manager, you'll manage the day‑to‑day delivery of the building services works, ensuring they are completed safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.

What's on offer

• Permanent position with a well‑established developer delivering high‑profile projects
• Opportunity to work on one of Bristol's largest and most prestigious construction developments
• Long‑term career progression on major mixed‑use and regeneration schemes

What you'll be doing

• Leading the on‑site delivery of all mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) works
• Managing Building Services Managers, specialist MEP subcontractors and site teams
• Coordinating building services activities with the construction, design and commercial teams
• Monitoring installation progress, quality standards and project programme
• Reviewing technical drawings and resolving on‑site coordination issues
• Driving commissioning, testing and handover activities to achieve successful project completion
• Ensuring all works comply with Building Regulations, health & safety legislation and project specifications
• Reporting progress, technical issues and programme updates to the Building Services Project Manager and wider project team

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a Senior Building Services Manager or Building Services Manager delivering major construction projects
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) systems
• Experience managing specialist MEP subcontractors on large‑scale construction projects
• Previous experience working for a main contractor, developer or specialist MEP contractor
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• HNC, HND or Degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience)
• Good understanding of commissioning, testing and project handover processes