Technical Services Manager

Quanta Contracts Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Contracts Ltd is seeking a Technical Services Manager to oversee the technical operations and M&E aspects of a busy fit-out project on site in Reading. The role involves hands-on management, ensuring safe, efficient operation and high standards across building systems.

The successful candidate will manage sub-contractors, oversee M&E activities on site, support mobilisation and commissioning, and coordinate with stakeholders to maintain project performance in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience as Technical Services Manager or similar on-site.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and building operations.
• Experience managing on-site teams and third-party contractors.
• Experience with commissioning and handovers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day on-site M&E aspects of the project.
• Manage on-site engineering teams and subcontractors, monitoring performance and compliance.

Skills

M&E knowledge

Contractor management

On-site supervision

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

BMS

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Technical Services Manager

Start Date: 26/10/2026

Location: Reading

Pay Rate: (Apply online only) depending on experience

Details:

We are seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager for our client, to oversee the technical operations, building services and M&E aspects across a busy, complex fit-out project for a D&B company.

This is a varied, hands-on role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent contractor management skills.

The successful candidate will manage sub-contractors, oversee M&E aspects on site, support the mobilisation and commissioning of building systems, and ensure the site operates safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Experience in the TSM role is highly desirable. This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities and communicates effectively with everyone on site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the day-to-day on site M&E aspects of the project.
• Manage on-site engineering teams and sub-contractors, monitoring performance, compliance.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in a Technical Services Manager, Technical Manager or similar building services role on site.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and building operations.
• Experience managing both on-site teams and third-party contractors.
• Experience overseeing M&E projects, maintenance programmes and technical works.
• Practical experience with BMS and complex building systems.
• Experience with systems commissioning, mobilisation or technical handovers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy, fast-paced environment.