Senior Technical Services Manager

cobaltrecruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent client-side role

Landmark Grade A development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

cobaltrecruitment is representing a leading UK property owner in the City of London, seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager to lead engineering performance at a landmark Grade A development. The role partners with an experienced Building Manager to drive operational excellence in M&E and compliance. This client-side position offers a strong benefits package and clear career progression, within a prestigious portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Technical Services Manager, Senior Technical Services Manager, Engineering Manager or equivalent in commercial property.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for technical management and engineering performance of a Grade A asset.
• Oversee delivery of mechanical, electrical and building services to ensure operational excellence.
• Manage external M&E service providers, ensuring contracts, KPIs and service standards are met.
• Ensure full statutory compliance across building systems with proper documentation and risk management.
• Oversee PPM, reactive maintenance and lifecycle replacement programmes.
• Collaborate with Building Manager to implement strategies improving performance and occupier satisfaction.
• Manage technical budgets, expenditure and capital projects to ensure value for money.
• Support sustainability objectives including energy optimisation and carbon reduction.
• Provide technical guidance on projects, occupier fit-outs and improvements.
• Build and maintain relationships with occupiers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement to keep the asset at the forefront of building management.

Skills

Technical leadership

M&E services

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Health & safety

Education

Engineering qualifications

Professional accreditations

Job description

Senior Technical Services Manager - Client Side

Location: City of London
Salary: Up to £86,000 + Exceptional Benefits
Sector: Commercial Property Management
Asset: Landmark Grade A Commercial Development

The Opportunity

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to join one of the UK's most prestigious property owners, taking on a key technical leadership role at a landmark commercial asset in the heart of the City of London.

The successful candidate will be joining a highly regarded property brand with an outstanding portfolio of premium commercial assets, a strong reputation within the industry and a genuine commitment to investing in its people.

The role will be based at a flagship Grade A commercial development extending to approximately 350,000 sq. ft., offering a high-quality working environment with sophisticated building services infrastructure and exceptional facilities.

Working alongside an established and highly experienced Building Manager, the Senior Technical Services Manager will take ownership of the building's technical operations, ensuring the highest standards of engineering performance, statutory compliance, sustainability and service delivery.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious technical professional looking to establish a long-term career with a leading property owner, offering one of the most comprehensive benefits packages available within the commercial property sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the technical management and engineering performance of a prestigious Grade A commercial asset.

• Oversee the delivery of all mechanical, electrical and associated building services, ensuring operational excellence throughout.

• Manage and challenge external M&E service providers, ensuring contractual obligations, KPIs and service standards are consistently achieved.

• Ensure full statutory compliance across all building engineering systems, maintaining robust documentation, reporting and risk management procedures.

• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance and lifecycle replacement programmes.

• Work closely with the Building Manager to develop and implement technical strategies that enhance building performance, efficiency and occupier satisfaction.

• Manage technical budgets, engineering expenditure and capital improvement projects, ensuring value for money.

• Support the delivery of sustainability objectives, including energy optimisation, carbon reduction and environmental performance.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on building projects, occupier fit-outs and operational improvements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with occupiers, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement, ensuring the asset remains at the forefront of technical building management.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a Technical Services Manager, Senior Technical Services Manager, Engineering Manager or equivalent position within commercial property.

• A strong technical background with comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services.

• Experience working within large-scale Grade A commercial office buildings or similarly complex, high-profile assets.

• A thorough understanding of statutory compliance, health and safety legislation and technical risk management.

• Proven experience managing outsourced M&E service providers, engineering contracts and maintenance programmes.

• Strong financial awareness, including experience managing technical budgets and capital expenditure.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage with senior management and commercial occupiers.

• A proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach to technical operations.

• Relevant engineering qualifications or professional accreditations would be advantageous.

Previous experience working client side for a property owner or managing agent would be highly desirable, although candidates from leading M&E service providers with substantial technical and contract management experience will also be considered.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Up to £86,000 per annum

In addition to a highly competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from an exceptional and extensive benefits package, widely regarded as one of the strongest offerings within the property industry.

The opportunity also offers:

• A permanent, client-side position with a leading UK property owner.

• The chance to work at a landmark Grade A commercial development.

• An established and experienced Building Manager to work alongside.

• Exposure to a prestigious and thriving commercial property portfolio.

• Excellent opportunities for long-term career progression and professional development.

• A supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.