Job Title: Technical Services Manager (M&E)
Location: Romford, Essex / Site Visits
Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
The Role:
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Seeking an experienced, mechanically biased M&E professional with strong technical expertise in mechanical building services and a good understanding of electrical systems.
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Provide technical oversight of all mechanical and electrical elements across the business, from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
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Review M&E tender documentation, specifications and drawings to identify technical risks, opportunities and potential design issues.
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Work closely with estimating teams to review subcontractor quotations, identify exclusions and ensure tender submissions are accurate and comprehensive.
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Assess and recommend suitable M&E subcontractors from the company's approved supply chain and attend tender interviews where required.
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Support commercial teams with procurement, ensuring subcontractor quotations align with tender requirements and contractual obligations.
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Provide technical guidance to Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Design Managers, assisting with technical queries, design coordination and subcontractor management.
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Review subcontractor technical submissions, RFIs, construction drawings and specifications, attending design meetings where necessary.
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Undertake regular site visits to monitor M&E installation progress, quality and programme performance, identifying potential issues and recommending solutions.
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Provide technical support regarding statutory services, utility connections and associated programme requirements.
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Review and coordinate M&E commissioning programmes, ensuring sufficient time is allocated for testing, witnessing and system commissioning.
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Review O&M manuals, handover documentation and certification, ensuring all project requirements are met.
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Assist commercial teams with complex variations and final accounts, identifying opportunities to minimise risks and add value to the business.
The Company:
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Established in 1991, this is a well-established main contractor delivering construction projects across London and the South East.
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Operates across a diverse range of sectors including education, healthcare, residential, commercial, heritage, community and leisure.
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Specialises in new-build construction, refurbishment, structural alterations and heritage restoration projects.
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Delivers projects valued up to £50m, working with public and private sector clients, including local authorities, educational institutions and healthcare organisations.
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Has a strong track record delivering technically challenging projects, including school developments, healthcare refurbishments, commercial buildings and residential schemes.
The Ideal Candidate:
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Ideally 10+ years' experience within the mechanical and electrical building services industry.
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Previous experience working for a main contractor or established M&E subcontractor.
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HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
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Experience in a Technical Services Manager, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or similar senior technical position.
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Commercially aware, with experience reviewing tender documentation, subcontractor quotations and identifying technical and contractual risks.
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Proactive, approachable and knowledgeable, with strong communication skills and the ability to provide practical solutions across multiple projects.
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Based within a reasonable commuting distance of Harold Wood, with the flexibility to attend project sites regularly.
What You Will Get:
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£85,000 - £95,000 per annum.
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Car allowance and private health insurance.
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Company profit share scheme.
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Flexible working policy, with a greater office presence expected initially while settling into the business.
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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