Building Services Project Manager in Kings Hill

Our client, a progressive Kent-based small-works, fit-out and refurbishment contractor, is seeking an experienced Building Services/Technical Project Manager to join their dynamic, client-focused team. This role requires an individual with strong technical knowledge of building services alongside commercial acumen to proactively manage projects from enquiry through to completion.

Based from their Kings Hill offices in Kent, the successful candidate will be required to travel to client sites across London and the South East. They are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and has a strong technical knowledge base. The candidate must be proactive and confident communicating with clients, suppliers and colleagues. A positive attitude and ability to develop within the growth of the business are essential.

Our client delivers specialist projects across the commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors and believes in a client-focused approach. Projects range from full refurbishments to mechanical and electrical upgrades, complex lighting control schemes and high-end fit-out.

This is a Permanent, Full-time role paying up to £60k PA + Package DOE. Responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical knowledge across all aspects of their diverse project portfolio, from enquiry through to completion whilst enforcing the company's collaborative approach to transparency and clarity.
• Project management of bespoke and technically intricate small to medium-sized projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to standard.
• Conducting comprehensive site visits and assessments to accurately evaluate project scope, specific client requirements, and potential technical challenges, ensuring all proposals are accurate and well-informed.
• Producing high-quality, professional cost schedules and tender submissions alongside the existing project team.
• Engaging proactively with clients and the business directors to thoroughly understand project requirements and offer tailored technical solutions.
• Providing a thorough understanding of project and product specifications and identifying cost-effective solutions.
• Proactively identifying and managing opportunities for value engineering to optimise project outcomes on behalf of both client and to enhance efficiency.
• Ensuring strict compliance with all relevant health and safety, quality, and environmental standards in all aspects of projects.

For this role, the successful candidate will have proven and demonstrable experience as a Building Services or Technical Project Manager (or in a similar role within the building and infrastructure industry), with a high level of attention to detail. Exposure to multiple discipline commercial and industrial projects; ideally within specialist environments. Experience and knowledge of costings and estimating of projects utilising understanding of scope and durations rather than rates. Strong and comprehensive understanding of technical specifications, product performance criteria, and practical installation requirements across Mechanical, Electrical, and Fit-Out disciplines. Strong organisational and computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Project. Familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract demonstrating an understanding of industry-standard contracts and frameworks. Knowledge of relevant health and safety, quality, and environmental standards.

A full UK Driving License is a pre-requisite.