Technical Services Manager
10 days ago
Manchester
Technical Services Manager (M&E)\n\nLocation: Manchester (office‑based with UK‑wide site travel)\nSalary: Up to £60,000 + car allowance\nSector: Public Sector | Office Fit‑Outs | Commercial Projects\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAn established construction and fit‑out contractor is seeking a Technical Services Manager with a strong Mechanical & Electrical background to support the technical delivery of public sector and commercial projects across the UK.\n\nThis role is ideal for an existing Technical Services Manager or an experienced M&E Project Manager within an M&E contractor looking to transition into a more technically focused position. Based from the Manchester office, you will take ownership of M&E technical assurance, coordination, and compliance from design development through installation, commissioning, and handover.\n\nYou will act as the technical authority for building services, working closely with internal delivery teams, consultants, and supply chain partners to ensure solutions are fully compliant, buildable, and aligned with client and statutory requirements.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nTechnical Leadership & Coordination\n\nTake overall responsibility for the technical delivery of mechanical and electrical services across multiple projects.\nLead M&E design coordination through RIBA stages, ensuring fully coordinated, clash‑free, and buildable solutions.\nReview and manage design information including drawings, specifications, schedules, technical submissions, and design changes.\nAct as the primary technical point of contact for M&E matters internally and externally.\nDesign & Compliance Management\n\nEnsure all M&E designs and installations comply with relevant Building Regulations, HTM/M&E guidance, and client specifications.\nManage consultant and subcontractor design packages, ensuring timely approvals and technical compliance.\nSupport early design development, value engineering, and technical risk mitigation.\nProject Support & Delivery Interface\n\nWork closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and construction teams to support successful installation and delivery.\nAttend site as required to resolve technical issues, monitor quality, and ensure works align with approved design intent.\nProvide technical input into project programmes, procurement strategies, RAMS, and method statements.\nInstallation, Commissioning & Handover\n\nOversee the technical elements of M&E installation, testing, commissioning, and witnessing.\nEnsure commissioning plans, O&M manuals, and handover documentation meet contractual and client requirements.\nSupport snagging resolution and final technical sign‑off.\nStakeholder & Client Engagement\n\nLiaise with clients, consultants, local authorities, and supply chain partners to resolve technical queries.\nContribute to technical meetings, design reviews, and progress updates.\nBuild strong working relationships to support repeat business and long‑term delivery success.\n\nRequirements\n\nProven experience as an M&E Project Manager or Technical Services Manager within construction, fit‑out, refurbishment, or public sector projects.\nStrong all‑round technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services systems.\nExperience managing M&E design coordination and contractor/subcontractor technical submissions.\nUnderstanding of UK building regulations, compliance standards, and commissioning processes.\nComfortable supporting multiple projects with UK‑wide site travel.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills.\nProficient in Microsoft Office and relevant project/document management software.\nRelevant qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree preferred).\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\nCompetitive salary up to £60,000\nCar allowance\nManchester office base with national project exposure\nInvolvement in high‑profile public sector and commercial projects