Technical Services Manager

Wates Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction company is seeking a Technical Services Manager to lead operations in sustainable M&E services. The role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a technical background and strong management skills. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Travel/car allowance

Private medical

Pension (5%)

Health & wellness programs

22 days holidays + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

26 weeks paid maternity leave

12 weeks paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering high-quality hard M&E services in multi-site environments.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage supervisors and oversee the engineering workforce.
• Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports.
• Prepare and present MI reports to clients.

Skills

Management

Communication

Diligence

Ownership

Education

Professional qualification in electrical, mechanical, gas, or F-Gas trades

BIFM

IOSH

NEBOSH

Tools

Computer PPM systems

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Technical Services Manager

We are seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to lead our operations team by delivering excellence in sustainable M&E services, projects, and compliance. The role involves providing leadership, management, and development for our client YBS, based in Bradford, with national coverage at times.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supervisors and oversee the engineering workforce, ensuring delivery of M&E services, compliance, and OF delivery. Support the management and execution of Extra Works and M&E/Fabric Projects.
• Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports, ensuring all mandatory training is completed and a robust succession plan is in place.
• Manage the supply chain by negotiating value, procuring in line with targets, and ensuring standards, Avetta, and Construction Line compliance. Conduct annual plan rights and performance reviews.
• Prepare and present MI reports to clients regularly, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure high client satisfaction standards. Develop relationships with client consultants.

To succeed, you should have strong management skills, clear communication, diligence, and ownership skills.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience in delivering high-quality hard M&E services in multi-site environments, with good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation. A technical background with a professional qualification and practical experience in electrical, mechanical, gas, or F-Gas trades is required. Desirable qualifications include BIFM, IOSH or NEBOSH, and experience with computer PPM systems like Concept.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Travel/car allowance (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including private medical, pension (5%), health & wellness programs, 22 days holidays + bank holidays, and more.
• Career development opportunities
• Industry-leading family leave benefits: 26 weeks paid maternity, 12 weeks paid paternity

Learn more about LIFE AT WATES: https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

This position requires a Basic DBS check. We do not discriminate based on criminal record. Additional pre-employment checks may apply. More info: National Security Vetting

About Wates

Wates is a leading UK family-owned development, construction, and property maintenance company, founded over 125 years ago. We are committed to reimagining places for people to thrive, protecting the planet, and fostering inclusive growth.

We are proud to be recognized as a Gold Investors in People and a Disability Confident employer. We value diversity and inclusion, striving for a sustainable future with ambitious environmental targets for 2025.

Additional Details

• Senior level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Construction