Senior Technical Services Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager to oversee high-profile commercial and life sciences projects. This senior role offers the chance to influence business strategy and build a team while enjoying a competitive salary of £90,000 – £110,000 plus commission in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Significant earning potential through commission

Influence over business strategy

Opportunity to build and lead a team

Qualifications

• Experience in design, installation, and commissioning.
• Desire to grow a team and influence business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts and technical side of tenders.
• Support project delivery and ensure technical excellence.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge across MEP disciplines

Proven experience in both D&B and traditional contracting environments

Confident communicator and team player

Education

Trade-qualified background

Job description

Job Description

Senior Technical Services Manager – Commercial & Life Sciences Projects - Hybrid Working

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior Technical Services Manager to join a dynamic and forward-thinking main contractor delivering high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects across London.

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering much more than a traditional TSM role. You’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the technical division, with a clear path to build and lead your own team, head up a business unit, and contribute to strategic direction at a senior level.

Compensation: £90,000 – £110,000 basic salary, plus a strong commission structure tied to project performance and team success.

About the Projects:

• Project Types: CAT A & B fit-outs, refurbishments
• Sectors: Commercial workplaces & life sciences
• Location: Central London
• Project Values: Up to £25 million

This role will see you involved from preconstruction through to delivery, supporting multiple teams across the business while ensuring technical excellence throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction Leadership (50%)

• Develop strong relationships with consultants, PMs, and client-side IT teams
• Drive the technical side of the tender process, including:
• Interpreting ERs and consultant specs
• Producing and reviewing RFIs
• Attending site visits
• Creating commissioning programmes and technical inputs
• Coordinating subcontractors for aligned tender returns
• Reviewing pricing/design proposals
• Attending pitch interviews and recommending key supply chain partners
• Contribute to subcontractor performance tracking and new supply chain development

Project Delivery Support (50%)

• Review validation reports and provide technical insight to clients
• Approve drawings, technical submissions, and method statements
• Liaise with consultants and drive sign-offs
• Chair MEP DTMs and produce accurate, actionable minutes
• Monitor on-site installations for quality and compliance
• Attend commissioning, witness testing, and manage handover processes
• Review mechanical and electrical O&M documentation
• Engage with subcontractor teams as required

What We’re Looking For:

• A trade-qualified background with strong design, installation and commissioning experience
• Proven experience in both D&B and traditional contracting environments
• Strong technical knowledge across MEP disciplines
• Confident communicator and team player with leadership ambition
• Desire to grow a team and influence the direction of a business unit

Why Join?

• Senior role with real influence over business strategy
• Opportunity to build and lead your own team
• Exposure to high-profile commercial and life sciences projects
• Clear progression into a divisional leadership position
• Competitive base salary with significant earning potential through commission
• Hybrid Working

Ready to step into a role where you’ll have real impact and a voice at the table? We’d love to hear from senior technical professionals ready to take the next leap in their career.