Technical Services Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fit-out contractor is seeking a Technical Services Manager to oversee a £25 million project in the City of London. This role involves managing M&E services, collaborating with design and construction teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in managing technical services on commercial fit-out projects and holds a relevant engineering qualification. Competitive salary range of £75,000 to £105,000 offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunity

High-profile project leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Services Manager or similar role.
• Extensive project management experience in commercial fit-outs.
• In-depth knowledge of MEP systems and building services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee M&E services from design to completion.
• Act as the key technical interface between teams and clients.
• Review and approve technical drawings and specifications.

Skills

M&E expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

BEng in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Technical Services Manager - High-Value Fit Out - London

Are you a technically astute and dynamic M&E professional seeking a pivotal role as a Technical Services Manager? Are you ready to take ownership of all technical and building services on a significant £25 million project in the heart of the City of London?

Randstad is proud to be partnering with a market-leading fit-out and refurbishment specialist in London. Our client is renowned for delivering exceptional interior design and fit-out projects for some of the world’s most iconic brands. They are seeking a highly skilled Technical Services Manager (TSM) to lead the M&E and technical aspects on a prestigious £25 million project in a prime City location.

Responsibilities

• As a TSM, you will be the pivotal link between design, pre-construction, and on-site execution. You will have overall responsibility for the technical services on a complex and fast-paced fit-out project. This role requires you to oversee M&E services from the design stage through to completion, ensuring solutions are compliant and aligned with client expectations.
• Oversee all M&E and technical operations across the building, providing technical support to the project team.
• Support pre-construction activities, including design reviews, tendering, and technical submissions.
• Act as the key technical interface between design teams, site operations, and the client, collaborating with project managers and design leads to resolve technical challenges.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and handover of all MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems.
• Review and approve technical drawings, designs, and specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication throughout the project.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Services Manager or in a similar technical role within a commercial fit-out environment.
• Extensive experience managing the technical services on projects, ideally with values of £10 million or more.
• In-depth knowledge of MEP systems, building services, and the technical aspects of commercial office fit-outs.
• Strong project management experience with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams.
• A relevant technical qualification, such as a BEng in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, is preferred.
• A sound understanding of relevant building codes, standards, and regulations.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.

What’s On Offer

• A highly competitive salary and benefits package, with average salaries for a TSM in London ranging from £75,000 to £105,000 depending on experience.
• The opportunity to lead a high-profile, high-value project in the City of London.
• The chance to work with a market-leading company known for delivering high-quality projects.
• A clear pathway for career progression.

Next Steps

If you are a talented and experienced Technical Services Manager ready to take on a leading role with a top-tier fit-out contractor, we encourage you to apply immediately.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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