Technical Services Manager – Main Contractor Location: South Woodford, Essex – Office-based with nationwide site visits Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Technical Services Manager | MEP | Building Services | Main Contractor Our client, a successful and growing main contractor based in South Woodford, is looking to recruit an experienced Technical Services Manager to join their team in a newly created position.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP or Building Services professional to join an expanding business and take ownership of the technical delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health services across a varied portfolio of construction projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing technical services from pre-construction and design development through to installation, testing, commissioning and final handover.
Working closely with clients, consultants, MEP subcontractors, suppliers and internal project delivery teams, you will provide technical expertise, manage technical challenges and ensure building services are coordinated, compliant and delivered to the required standards.
The Role
This is primarily an office-based position at the company's South Woodford office. However, regular travel to construction sites nationwide will be required. Candidates must therefore hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the technical delivery of mechanical, electrical and public health services across construction projects. Provide technical guidance throughout pre-construction, design development, installation, testing, commissioning and handover. Review technical drawings, specifications, submissions and installation details, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Coordinate technical information between MEP consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams. Manage technical queries, design changes and complex MEP installation and coordination issues. Monitor technical progress and ensure information is delivered in line with project programmes. Identify and manage technical risks, resolving issues before they impact project delivery.
Carry out regular nationwide site visits to monitor progress, review technical matters and support project teams. Attend technical meetings and provide guidance to ensure projects are delivered within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. Skills and Experience Required Previous experience as a Technical Services Manager, MEP Manager, Building Services Manager or in a similar building services role within the construction industry.
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services, including MEP installation and design coordination. Experience working for a main contractor or a good understanding of main contractor project delivery. Proven experience managing or coordinating MEP technical packages on construction projects. Good understanding of commissioning requirements, Building Regulations, British Standards and relevant industry requirements. Ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
Experience coordinating MEP consultants, subcontractors and wider project stakeholders. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, with flexibility to travel to sites nationwide. What's on Offer? Permanent opportunity with a successful and growing main contractor. Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Strong pipeline of secured projects.
Supportive and collaborative working environment. Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. Exposure to a varied portfolio of construction projects nationwide. Opportunity to take ownership of technical services within a growing business. If you are an experienced Technical Services Manager, MEP Manager or Building Services Manager looking for your next career move with a growing main contractor, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
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