At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical services for a prestigious mixed-use estate and ensure operational excellence.
- Company: Join British Land, a FTSE listed company with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Be part of a passionate team committed to creating exceptional places and driving sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on building improvements and customer experiences in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical building services and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 51705 - 63195 £ per year.
LOCATION: London - Paddington Central Hybrid – 4 days in office
REPORTING TO: Senior Technical Services Manager
TYPE OF CONTRACT: PERMANENT
Our purpose is to create and manage outstanding places which deliver positive outcomes for all our stakeholders on a long term, sustainable basis. We are a FTSE listed business with a strong balance sheet and £15.2bn of assets under management. Our diverse, passionate team of experts works on some of the most ambitious, innovative and sustainable projects in the country – from our high-quality campuses across central London, to some of the top retail schemes in the UK.
As a Technical Services Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of a prestigious mixed‑use estate. You will lead the delivery and continuity of critical building services, working closely with occupiers, service partners and internal stakeholders to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for delivering technical solutions that support the long‑term performance of the asset.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Contract Management: Organise and attend monthly meetings with associated contractors.
- Monitor, analyse and interpret the correct functioning of plant and systems via the Building Management System or other means.
- Carry out random checks of critical plant operation.
- Review contractor reports and any proposals.
- Carry out regular audits and inspections of all plant, related areas and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with all current legislation and recommended standards.
- Provide day-to-day technical and operational support to Building Management and occupiers.
- Support to Building Management with Permit to Work System and check method statements where appropriate.
- Liaise with Building Management and occupiers regarding operational and technical matters.
- Preparation and Management of engineering service charge budgets, to include procurement as per British Land’s policies.
- Develop, implement and manage environmental and energy conservation programmes.
- Manage the planned maintenance system, ensuring information, plant history, drawings and technical information is accurate and up to date.
ABOUT YOU:
Essential Experience & Skills:
- Experience with delivering technical building services within a commercial, mixed‑use or multi‑occupancy environment.
- Experience leading engineering operations, maintenance programmes and critical building systems.
- Financial awareness, including budget management.
- Excellent communication with the ability to build strong relationships across occupiers, suppliers and internal teams.
- Customer focused, with a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional occupier experiences.
- Drives continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance performance, efficiency and sustainability.
OUR SHARED VALUES: Our values are what we stand for at British Land; they connect us every day to our vision, purpose, and strategy. They help us to promote an inclusive, positive, and collaborative culture.
A REWARDING PLACE TO BE: Our People – Just ask anyone why they love working here and they will tell you it’s the people. They’re highly talented, passionate, and collaborative!
Technical Services Manager - Paddington employer: British Land Company
British Land is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central London. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders while ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection legislation. The hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in data privacy.
