Senior Building Services Manager

Anderselite; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Building Services Manager to lead MEP design and delivery in Leeds. This permanent role requires strong technical expertise in MEP compliance and management of multidisciplinary teams. The position offers a competitive salary up to GBP 85,000, a GBP 6,000 annual car allowance, and benefits, with flexible working arrangements that include office and home working. Applicants with notice periods are encouraged to apply, while immediate availability is also welcomed.

Benefits

GBP 6,000 annual car allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Building Services design from concept to installation.
• Proven knowledge of design and build contracts in relevant sectors.
• Ability to identify and mitigate commercial, technical, and health & safety risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP design processes in line with company strategies.
• Support project teams in selecting and appointing MEP consultants.
• Ensure all MEP information is reviewed and approved before release.

Skills

Building Services design

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk mitigation

Education

Relevant industry qualification (Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent)

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Senior Building Services Manager – Leeds | Permanent | circa GBP 85,000 plus benefits

Morson Group are seeking an experienced Senior Building Services Manager on behalf of a key client based in Leeds, who are a main contractor specialising in construction projects across the defence, justice, health, education and retail building sectors.

The appointed Senior Building Services Manager will lead and manage the design, delivery, coordination, and approval of MEP services throughout all project phases, from tender through to site completion. This role requires strong technical expertise in MEP compliance and installation, ensuring designs meet statutory requirements and sector standards. You will oversee appointed MEP consultants and subcontractors, driving best value, buildability, and risk mitigation while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate MEP solutions within overall building designs. The role also involves managing design lifecycles, procurement strategies, and performance reviews, with a focus on health and safety, cost control, sustainability, and programme adherence. Reporting regularly to senior management, you will ensure design deliverables are robust, compliant, and aligned with client expectations.

Responsibilities

1. Sales, Tender & Pre–construction
   • Lead and manage the MEP design process in line with company bid strategies.
   • Coordinate and steer MEP consultants to ensure design conformity with tender documents, statutory regulations, and technical standards.
   • Collaborate with specialist consultants to integrate MEP proposals within the overall building design.
   • Provide technical guidance to optimise product selection, buildability, and value engineering.
   • Identify and manage potential derogations to protect commercial, time, health & safety, and technical risks.
2. Manufacturing, Delivery & Handover
   • Support project teams in selecting and appointing MEP consultants and subcontractors, aligning procurement strategies with project deliverables.
   • Ensure all MEP information for manufacturing and construction is reviewed, amended, and approved before release.
   • Manage the design lifecycle from concept through to handover, considering cost, performance, safety, and sustainability.
   • Review subcontractor and consultant performance using KPIs, highlighting risks and supply chain suitability.
   • Provide monthly MEP progress reports to senior design leadership.
   • Review construction programmes to ensure realistic and sequential activity durations.

Skills

• Extensive experience in Building Services design from concept to installation drawings, technical submissions, and O&M manuals.
• Proven knowledge of design and build contracts, particularly in education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Expert understanding of CIBSE Guides, Building Regulations, Building Bulletins, and Health Technical Memorandums.
• Familiarity with BREEAM standards and sustainability practices.
• Proficient in design interrogation and modelling software such as Navisworks and Revit.
• Experience or willingness to learn Offsite and Modern Methods of Construction.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate commercial, technical, and health & safety risks.
• Excellent communication and reporting capabilities.

Software/Tools

• Revit
• Navisworks
• Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms (e.g., 4Projects)
• Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Standards

• Relevant industry qualification (Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent)
• CSCS Card
• CDM–related qualifications (beneficial, training provided)
• Knowledge of BREEAM and sustainability standards

This is a permanent, Leeds-based role offering a competitive salary package up to GBP85,000 per annum depending on experience. In addition, there is a GBP6,000 annual car allowance and company benefits, with flexible working arrangements involving office work (Leeds), site visits and work from home where suitable.

This position is available from February 2026 – candidates with notice periods to serve with their existing companies are positively welcomed, although if the selected candidate is available immediately the position will be offered sooner.

In order to apply please upload your CV or call Richard Bradley on (phone number removed).