Technical Services Manager - M+E

Albion Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-tier main contractor is seeking a Technical Services Manager (M&E) in Central London to manage and coordinate mechanical and electrical services across various projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in M&E management and a strong knowledge of compliance regulations. You will work closely with project teams from pre-construction through to handover. The role offers a competitive salary of £80,000 – £90,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Services Manager or M&E Manager.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems in residential and commercial sectors.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&E delivery across multiple projects.
• Lead design development and coordination.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Support site teams with technical inputs.

Skills

M&E systems knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Subcontractor management

Job description

Technical Services Manager (M&E)

Central London HQ | Projects Across London & the Home Counties

80,000 – £90,000 + Package

New Build & Refurbishment Projects up to £25m | Turnover : £100m

The Company

This is a well-established mid-tier main contractor with a £100m turnover and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across London and the Home Counties. Over the past 18 years, the business has grown steadily through repeat business and client referrals, building long-standing relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.

The company operates primarily within the residential and commercial sectors, delivering a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes. They are recognised for their technically robust delivery, structured systems, and low staff turnover, reflecting a strong company culture and genuine commitment to staff development.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, the business is now looking to appoint an experienced Technical Services Manager (M&E) to support and lead the M&E delivery across multiple projects.

The Role

The Technical Services Manager (M&E) will be responsible for the management and coordination of all mechanical and electrical services across a portfolio of new build and refurbishment projects, typically valued up to £25m. Working closely with the senior leadership, commercial, and site delivery teams, the role will span from pre-construction through to final handover.

Key responsibilities include :

• Managing M&E technical delivery across multiple residential and commercial projects
• Leading M&E design development and coordination from pre-construction stage
• Managing consultants and specialist M&E subcontractors
• Reviewing and approving technical submissions, drawings, and specifications
• Ensuring compliance with building regulations, statutory requirements, and fire safety standards
• Supporting site teams with technical input, buildability reviews, and problem-solving
• Coordinating commissioning, testing, and handover processes including O&M manuals
• Working closely with commercial teams to manage scope, value engineering, and risk

The Candidate

The successful candidate will come from a main contractor background with proven experience managing M&E packages on new build and refurbishment schemes. They will be technically competent, organised, and comfortable working across multiple projects simultaneously.

Essential skills and experience :

• Proven experience as a Technical Services Manager, M&E Manager, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems within residential and commercial developments
• Experience managing design development and subcontractor coordination
• Solid understanding of building regulations and statutory compliance
• Ability to work collaboratively with project, commercial, and site teams
• Confident communicator with strong client- and consultant-facing skills
• Based within a commutable distance of Central London, with flexibility to travel to sites

Why Join?

• Established mid-tier main contractor with a strong market reputation
• Diverse mix of technically interesting new build and refurbishment projects
• Supportive, quality-driven culture with low staff turnover
• Clear career progression and structured development pathways
• Central London HQ with projects across London and the Home Counties
• Competitive salary of £80,000 – £90,000 + comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Technical Services Manager (M&E) to join a growing contractor delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects across London and the regio