Technical Services Manager in Romford, Greater London

Job Title: Technical Services Manager (M&E)
Location: Romford, Essex / Site Visits
Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

The Role:

• Seeking an experienced, mechanically biased M&E professional with strong technical expertise in mechanical building services and a good understanding of electrical systems.

• Provide technical oversight of all mechanical and electrical elements across the business, from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.

• Review M&E tender documentation, specifications and drawings to identify technical risks, opportunities and potential design issues.

• Work closely with estimating teams to review subcontractor quotations, identify exclusions and ensure tender submissions are accurate and comprehensive.

• Assess and recommend suitable M&E subcontractors from the company's approved supply chain and attend tender interviews where required.

• Support commercial teams with procurement, ensuring subcontractor quotations align with tender requirements and contractual obligations.

• Provide technical guidance to Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Design Managers, assisting with technical queries, design coordination and subcontractor management.

• Review subcontractor technical submissions, RFIs, construction drawings and specifications, attending design meetings where necessary.

• Undertake regular site visits to monitor M&E installation progress, quality and programme performance, identifying potential issues and recommending solutions.

• Provide technical support regarding statutory services, utility connections and associated programme requirements.

• Review and coordinate M&E commissioning programmes, ensuring sufficient time is allocated for testing, witnessing and system commissioning.

• Review O&M manuals, handover documentation and certification, ensuring all project requirements are met.

• Assist commercial teams with complex variations and final accounts, identifying opportunities to minimise risks and add value to the business.

The Company:

• Established in 1991, this is a well-established main contractor delivering construction projects across London and the South East.

• Operates across a diverse range of sectors including education, healthcare, residential, commercial, heritage, community and leisure.

• Specialises in new-build construction, refurbishment, structural alterations and heritage restoration projects.

• Delivers projects valued up to £50m, working with public and private sector clients, including local authorities, educational institutions and healthcare organisations.

• Has a strong track record delivering technically challenging projects, including school developments, healthcare refurbishments, commercial buildings and residential schemes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Ideally 10+ years' experience within the mechanical and electrical building services industry.

• Previous experience working for a main contractor or established M&E subcontractor.

• HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.

• Experience in a Technical Services Manager, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or similar senior technical position.

• Commercially aware, with experience reviewing tender documentation, subcontractor quotations and identifying technical and contractual risks.

• Proactive, approachable and knowledgeable, with strong communication skills and the ability to provide practical solutions across multiple projects.

• Based within a reasonable commuting distance of Harold Wood, with the flexibility to attend project sites regularly.

What You Will Get:

• £85,000 - £95,000 per annum.

• Car allowance and private health insurance.

• Company profit share scheme.

• Flexible working policy, with a greater office presence expected initially while settling into the business.

• Opportunity to take on a senior technical position with significant involvement across the business.

Process:

Apply for the job and we will call you to discuss the opportunity. If we think you would be a good fit and you're happy to proceed, we will submit your details to the client. If successful, you will be invited to interview and, following a successful interview process, offered the position.