Technical Services Manager

CBRE Local UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Local UK is seeking a Technical Services Manager to oversee technical operations for a key healthcare client. You will guide engineering teams, ensure statutory compliance, and manage complex projects across multiple sites while maintaining safety and performance standards.

Lead Authorised Engineer activities, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to deliver reliable service and continuous improvement within CBRE's Health & Care division.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration with a recognised body.
• Seven years' experience in senior technical roles, including Authorised Engineer and high-voltage AP responsibilities.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects across multi-site facilities with subcontractor management.
• Experience managing health & safety, CDM, QA, environmental and corporate policies.
• Ability to lead change, motivate teams and build client/contractor relationships; strong communication and negotiation.
• Ability to interpret technical, numerical and financial information and translate strategy into operational plans.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems management software.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications and provide technical guidance; assess risks before bids.
• Maintain contract rules and CBRE safety procedures; ensure statutory compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and training for Authorised/Competent Persons.
• Act as contracts point of contact, provide 24/7 advice and investigate incidents.
• Build relationships with client representatives, contract teams and suppliers.
• Audit works and lead continuous improvement; share engineering developments.
• Oversee technical performance through mobilisation, delivery and demobilisation.
• Report against contractual indicators; manage risk and awareness of fraud.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) / IEng registration

Tools

MS Office

Systems management software

Job description

About the Role

Interested in working for CBRE's fastest growing division within the Local UK business? The Health & Care division are currently recruiting a Technical Services Manager to join a high performing team focused on industry leading service outcomes. As a CBRE Technical Services Manager, you will oversee technical operational performance across a key healthcare client, supporting statutory compliance, contract delivery and engineering projects. You will connect engineering expertise with day-to-day facilities operations, planned maintenance and asset life-cycle programmes. You will develop technical training, guide engineering teams and work with clients, operational colleagues and supply chain partners to support safe, reliable service delivery.

What You'll Do

• Review project specifications and engineering solutions, provide technical guidance and support business development teams in identifying and assessing risks before bids are submitted.
• Maintain contract rules for engineering works and implement CBRE safety procedures. Support compliance with statutory requirements, health and safety, quality assurance, environmental standards and client site arrangements.
• Provide technical leadership to contract teams and develop Authorised Person and Competent Person training. Advise on technical competencies and support recruitment, staff development and succession planning for technical appointments.
• Act as the contracts point of contact, including 24/7 advice, and investigate incidents through technical reports. Provide professional indemnity cover through Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer membership for CBRE electrical facilities and mechanical works, as specified in the role profile.
• Build working relationships with client representatives, contract teams and contractors, integrating projects and services. Manage supply chain partners, support supplier selection and ensure engineering subcontractors are supervised and meet contractual and site requirements.
• Audit works in progress, completed works and associated technical documentation. Lead a technical continuous improvement forum, share engineering developments and introduce innovations that add value.
• Oversee technical performance during contract mobilisation, ongoing delivery and demobilisation. Report against contractual indicators, maintain awareness of recovery mechanisms, deliver risk management and audit adherence to processes, including fraud awareness.

What You'll Need

• Technical qualifications and Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration with CIBSE, IET, IMechE or another approved engineering body. Seven years' experience in senior technical roles, including Authorised Engineer and high-voltage Authorised Person electrical responsibilities at 11 kV and low voltage.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects from start to finish across a multi-site facilities portfolio, including subcontractor management, supply chain selection and procurement.
• Experience managing health and safety, Construction (Design and Management), quality assurance, environmental and corporate policies and systems in line with relevant legislation and standards.
• The ability to lead and support change, motivate teams and build constructive client and contractor relationships. Clear communication, listening and negotiation skills, including the ability to explain and debate complex technical solutions.
• The ability to interpret technical, numerical and financial information, make balanced decisions, resolve problems and translate contract strategy into technical operational plans. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems management software.

Desirable

A relevant engineering degree in electrical, mechanical and electrical, or building and civil engineering, or facilities management experience, preferably with a mechanical and electrical background; a formal health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH or IOSH; and an operational understanding of facilities maintenance and building services in a client-focused environment. Experience managing people and multidisciplinary teams, working with high-profile clients, negotiating diplomatically and delivering in a pressured environment would also be beneficial.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process