Technical Services Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection

Technical Services Manager - London

Up to £90,000 + Excellent Package

An established Tier One main contractor with a strong reputation in the commercial fit out sector is looking to appoint a Technical Services Manager to join its growing London business. With a healthy pipeline of secured projects across the capital, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering high-profile CAT A and CAT B fit out schemes, alongside a variety of retail and workplace refurbishment projects. Working closely with the Divisional Director and wider project teams, you'll take ownership of the MEP delivery from pre-construction through to commissioning, handover and aftercare, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. This opportunity would suit an existing Technical Services Manager looking for a new challenge or an ambitious Assistant Technical Services Manager, Building Services Manager or MEP Project Engineer seeking to progress into a Tier One main contractor environment.


The Role

  • Manage the MEP design, coordination and delivery across multiple fit out projects.
  • Review consultant and subcontractor design information, ensuring buildability, compliance and programme alignment.
  • Drive technical coordination between the client, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
  • Oversee commissioning, witnessing, testing and handover activities.
  • Monitor programme, quality and technical risk throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Support procurement of MEP packages and provide technical input during subcontractor selection.
  • Ensure all services installations comply with current regulations, employer's requirements and project specifications.
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams and Site Management to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Attend client meetings, design workshops and progress meetings as the lead MEP representative.


Project Experience

Projects typically include:

  • Commercial CAT A & CAT B office fit outs
  • Workplace refurbishment schemes
  • High-end retail fit out projects


Typical MEP package values range from £2m - £10m.


You'll ideally have:

  • Experience delivering MEP packages on commercial construction or fit out projects.
  • A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
  • Excellent technical coordination and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience managing specialist MEP subcontractors.
  • Knowledge of commissioning and project handover processes.
  • The ability to work collaboratively within fast-paced project teams.


Applications are welcomed from:

  • Technical Services Managers
  • Assistant Technical Services Managers
  • Building Services Managers
  • MEP Project Engineers
  • M&E Project Managers looking to transition into a main contractor environment


Package

  • Salary up to £90,000
  • £6,000 Car Allowance
  • Travel Expenses Covered
  • Private Healthcare
  • Company Pension
  • Death in Service
  • 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Hybrid / Flexible Working
  • Clear career progression within an established Tier One contractor


If you're looking to join a contractor with an excellent reputation, a secure pipeline of work and genuine opportunities for career progression, we'd be keen to speak with you in confidence.


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