Building Services Manager

We are currently working in partnership with a leading main contractor to appoint an experienced Building Services Manager for a flagship mixed-use RC frame development in London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-quality schemes across the capital. The role will play a critical part in both the pre-construction/design phase and the on-site delivery of the project.

Location

• Initially based in the South East London office (design phase)
• Transitioning to a split role between office and East London site (delivery phase)

As Building Services Manager, you will take ownership of all MEP elements across this major mixed-use scheme, ensuring seamless integration from design through to installation and commissioning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the building services design coordination during pre-construction
• Managing external consultants and MEP subcontractors
• Reviewing and driving technical design information to meet programme requirements
• Ensuring compliance with UK regulations, standards, and project specifications
• Working closely with design, commercial, and site teams to ensure buildability
• Overseeing MEP installation, testing, and commissioning on site
• Identifying and mitigating design and coordination risks
• Supporting value engineering and cost-effective design solutions

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Building Services Manager or Senior MEP Manager
• Strong background delivering RC frame developments, ideally mixed-use schemes
• Experience working for a main contractor
• Excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and coordination
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards
• Ability to manage stakeholders across both design and delivery phases
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Competitive salary and package
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile London development
• Long-term career prospects with a stable and growing contractor
• Involvement from early design through to project completion

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