Building Services Manager

We Are Footprint • Permanent / Full-time • Warrington, Cheshire, GB • £70,000 - £80,000 / year • 2h ago

Our client, a leading UK construction contractor, is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager / Senior MEP Project Manager to oversee the design, coordination, installation, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical services across a diverse portfolio of projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work, offering long-term career progression and a collaborative working environment.

Role Overview

As Building Services Manager, you will take responsibility for the full lifecycle delivery of M&E services, ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective outcomes from preconstruction through to project completion.

Reporting into the Head of MEP, you will work closely with internal project teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractors to deliver high-quality building services across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Lead M&E design coordination during preconstruction phases
Oversee procurement, installation, and commissioning of building services
Ensure compliance with building regulations, health & safety, and sustainability standards
Manage subcontractors and resolve technical and design issues
Maintain M&E programmes, RFIs, drawing registers, and project documentation
Produce progress reports and contribute to client and project meetings
Deliver value engineering solutions while maintaining quality and functionality
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and clients

Required Experience & Qualifications

Proven experience managing complex M&E packages on large-scale construction projects
Strong background across both preconstruction and delivery phases within the construction sector
Degree or HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or related discipline
Valid CSCS or ECS card (managerial or trade level)
SMSTS or SSSTS certification
Strong leadership, communication, and commercial awareness skills
Strong delivery-focused experience preferred

Why Apply?