Senior Building Services Manager

The Company
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Services Manager to join a well-established main contractor on a flagship residential development in Acton. The scheme comprises 200 high-specification apartments, including an on-site energy centre, with a substantial £17m MEP value.
This is a true cradle-to-grave role, offering full ownership of MEP delivery from preconstruction through to commissioning and final handover. As a key member of the site leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating design, construction, and commercial functions while driving exceptional standards of quality, safety, and programme performance.
The Role
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Lead the full MEP delivery across the project lifecycle, from preconstruction and design coordination through installation, commissioning, and handover
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Work collaboratively with internal teams and the appointed MEP subcontractor to achieve programme, quality, and commercial objectives
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Manage MEP design integration with architectural and structural packages
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Chair and lead MEP progress meetings and coordination workshops
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Control the issue and management of technical information in line with construction requirements
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Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and implement robust QA and inspection processes
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Support the commercial team with package management, forecasting, and cost reporting
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Coordinate OFCI (Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed) equipment through procurement, installation, and commissioning
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Liaise with statutory authorities and stakeholders to secure approvals, completion, and final sign-off
What We’re Looking For
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Proven experience delivering MEP services on large-scale residential or mixed-use developments
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Track record managing MEP packages valued at £15m+
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Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems
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Experience working in a main contractor, cradle-to-grave delivery environment
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Confident leading multi-disciplinary coordination and managing technical and programme risk
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Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail
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Electrical bias advantageous, though not essential
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Comfortable operating in live construction environments with complex logistics
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Solid understanding of commissioning, handover, and project close-out processes
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Minimum 10 years’ UK construction experience in a comparable role
What’s on Offer
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Salary up to £95,000 plus car allowance, travel expenses, and comprehensive benefits package
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Opportunity to deliver a high-profile, career-defining project
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Supportive and collaborative working environment with strong senior leadership
If you’re a Building Services Manager seeking your next major challenge and want to be part of a professional, delivery-focused team, we’d love to hear from you