M&E Services Manager in Weybridge

Walter Lilly is a premier provider of construction and maintenance services for luxurious residential homes, iconic landmark and heritage buildings, and state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities across London and the Home Counties.

We are now seeking an M&E Services Manager to join us on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Culture

At Walter Lilly, we work with each other and our clients in the spirit of collaboration. We recognise the expertise of those who have been with us for many years whilst investing in the next generation of rising industry stars, combining invaluable experience with fresh, innovative thinking. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to reach their full potential.

The Role

As an M&E Services Manager, you will manage building services designs and information for a portfolio of specific projects. You will be responsible for producing detailed commissioning programmes and managing the entire commissioning process, ensuring seamless integration of all building services. Additionally, you will take charge of the management and co-ordination of all utilities installations and related statutory authorities, working collaboratively across all departments.

About You

• Qualifications appropriate to the role
• Ability to obtain/maintain CSCS accreditation
• Extensive MEP technical knowledge and the ability to comprehensively interrogate all technical information, and design details and identify potential design issues
• An understanding of programming principles and how MEP integrates with the building fabric
• Ability to review, understand and challenge construction and pre-construction programmes
• Familiarity with the Walter Lilly Supply Chain members and knowledge of their capabilities and relevant experience
• A clear and concise understanding of CDP requirements, processes and responsibilities
• Working knowledge of temporary services and site logistic requirements
• Experience in successfully dealing with Utility suppliers
• Ability to understand subcontractors contractual responsibilities
• An understanding of standard/commonly used contractual provisions
• Sufficient commercial acumen to compare subcontractor submissions against cost plans and identify over valuation in subcontractor applications
• Ability to identify change and assess the resulting implications
• Ability to prepare professional and accurate technical appraisal documents for submission
• A comprehensive understanding of commissioning access requirements
• Significant experience of Walter Lilly market sectors and a general understanding of the complexities involved with such projects
• Ability to understand the landscape of Walter Lilly clients and consultants, the different roles, their competition and peers
• Ability to understand what information is needed to report internally on relationships and project opportunities
• Good construction knowledge with good knowledge of Walter Lilly standard forms and procedures
• Appropriate level of IT competency with the ability to utilise Walter Lilly systems
• Experience of successfully completing several projects of varying value, type and complexity as the MEP lead
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, inspiring and motivating others in the process

A valid driving licence and experience of working in the science sector would be beneficial to this role.

How to Apply: If your skill set matches the above and the prospect of helping deliver some of the country's finest projects appeals to you, please reach out via the button shown. Your application will be processed by Walter Lilly and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out.