Senior Building Services Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to oversee MEP delivery for a flagship residential project. The role involves leading the project lifecycle, collaborating with teams, managing MEP integration, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideally, you have over 10 years of experience in the UK construction sector, particularly with MEP services on large-scale developments. The package includes a competitive salary up to GBP95,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Travel expenses

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years UK construction experience in a comparable role.
• Track record managing MEP packages valued at GBP15m+.
• Experience working in a main contractor, cradle-to-grave delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full MEP delivery across the project lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and the appointed MEP subcontractor.
• Manage MEP design integration with architectural and structural packages.
• Chair and lead MEP progress meetings and coordination workshops.

Skills

Proven experience delivering MEP services on large–scale developments

Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems

Excellent communication skills

Solid understanding of commissioning and handover processes

Job description

The Company

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Services Manager to join a well–established main contractor on a flagship residential development in Acton. The scheme comprises 200 high–specification apartments, including an on–site energy centre, with a substantial GBP17m MEP value.

This is a true cradle–to–grave role, offering full ownership of MEP delivery from preconstruction through to commissioning and final handover. As a key member of the site leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating design, construction, and commercial functions while driving exceptional standards of quality, safety, and programme performance.

The Role

• Lead the full MEP delivery across the project lifecycle, from preconstruction and design coordination through installation, commissioning, and handover
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and the appointed MEP subcontractor to achieve programme, quality, and commercial objectives
• Manage MEP design integration with architectural and structural packages
• Chair and lead MEP progress meetings and coordination workshops
• Control the issue and management of technical information in line with construction requirements
• Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and implement robust QA and inspection processes
• Support the commercial team with package management, forecasting, and cost reporting
• Coordinate OFCI (Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed) equipment through procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Liaise with statutory authorities and stakeholders to secure approvals, completion, and final sign–off

What We re Looking For

• Proven experience delivering MEP services on large–scale residential or mixed–use developments
• Track record managing MEP packages valued at GBP15m+
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems
• Experience working in a main contractor, cradle–to–grave delivery environment
• Confident leading multi–disciplinary coordination and managing technical and programme risk
• Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Electrical bias advantageous, though not essential
• Comfortable operating in live construction environments with complex logistics
• Solid understanding of commissioning, handover, and project close–out processes
• Minimum 10 years UK construction experience in a comparable role

What s on Offer

• Salary up to GBP95,000 plus car allowance, travel expenses, and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to deliver a high–profile, career–defining project
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with strong senior leadership

If you re a Building Services Manager seeking your next major challenge and want to be part of a professional, delivery–focused team, we d love to hear from you.