At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead MEP design coordination and ensure successful delivery of high-profile construction projects.
- Company: Join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor in Central London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, private healthcare, car allowance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and clear pathways to senior positions.
- Why this job: Play a key role in prestigious developments and advance your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and 5+ years in a relevant managerial role.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
Job ID: technical-services-manager-mep-central-london
Posted: 2026-06-11Location: UK, London, UKSalary: GBP 85,000 - 95,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Car Allowance + Enhanced
Company: LJB & Co Technical Services Manager Central London, United Kingdom85,000 - 95,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Car Allowance + Enhanced Pension + Flexible Working A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to join its growing Mission Critical division in Central London.
With a strong pipeline of major refurbishment, commercial fit-out, mixed-use, hospitality, residential, and landmark city-centre developments, this is an excellent opportunity for a Building Services professional looking to play a key role on some of London's most prestigious construction projects.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing MEP design coordination, technical delivery, commissioning strategy, and stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring the successful delivery of complex building services packages on high-profile developments.
The Role• Lead the technical delivery of MEP packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
- Manage design coordination between consultants, subcontractors, and project teams.
- Review and manage technical submittals, specifications, drawings, and design changes.
- Ensure building services installations are delivered in line with project requirements.
- Coordinate technical workshops and design review meetings.
- Drive programme delivery and monitor technical milestones.
- Support procurement teams during subcontractor selection and package award.
- Manage commissioning strategies and witness testing activities.
- Coordinate with construction, commercial, planning, and commissioning teams.
- Identify and resolve technical and design-related issues.
- Ensure compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and statutory regulations.
- Support project teams with value engineering and technical solutions.
- Manage project risk and technical change control processes.
- Produce technical reports and progress updates for senior management.
- Support project close-out and handover activities.
Requirements• Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Technical Services Manager, Building Services Manager, or MEP Manager position.
- Strong understanding of MEP systems and building services delivery.
- Experience working for a Main Contractor, Data Centre Contractor, or Tier 1 Construction Business.
- Proven experience delivering large-scale commercial, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, or data centre projects.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of commissioning, QA/QC, and project handover processes.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced construction environment.
What's on Offer• Salary of 85,000 - 95,000.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Private healthcare for you and your family.
- 6,000 car allowance.
- Enhanced employer pension contribution.
- Hybrid and flexible working options where project allows.
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Clear pathway to Senior Technical Services Manager and Project Leadership positions.
- Exposure to landmark Data Centre and Mission Critical projects across London.
- Professional development, training, and chartership support.
Technical Services Manager - UK - 85,000 - 95,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Car Allowance + Enhanced - LJB Recruitment employer: LJB & Co
As a leading design consultancy in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth. Our London location provides access to a vibrant industry network, while our commitment to employee development ensures clear pathways to leadership roles, including a defined route to Director. With competitive benefits such as private healthcare, a generous pension scheme, and a supportive culture, we empower our team to excel in their careers and make a meaningful impact in advanced manufacturing.
