Job Details

Building Services Manager

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

West Sussex

Salary:

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Contact Name:

Scott Lechley

Contact Email:

scott@lechley.com

Contact Phone:

+447973460391

Date Published:

25-Jun-2025

Position: Lead Building Services Coordinator

Location: South East England, UK

Salary Range: £70,000 - £90,000

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Lead Building Services Coordinator to join our team, focusing on public sector construction projects valued up to £120 million. This role involves nurturing client relationships, overseeing on-site mechanical and electrical teams, and collaborating closely with subcontractors and design consultants. You will report directly to the Project Director and work on a hybrid basis from our London office during the pre-construction phase.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the on-site Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) team or major trade packages.
  • Provide functional reports to the Project Director, including design reviews and time-related information for tenders.
  • Ensure design compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the commercial team with value engineering, variations, and dispute resolutions.
  • Assist with tender submissions and pre-construction activities.
  • Develop design scopes for consultant fee proposals and M&E subcontractor tenders.
  • Coordinate with client representatives, design consultants, and subcontractors.
  • Oversee design management within a design and construct contract framework.
  • Manage the implementation of subcontractor designs during construction.
  • Review design, procurement, construction, and commissioning schedules.
  • Chair meetings related to M&E design, construction, and completion.
  • Conduct site inspections to ensure quality, compliance, and safety standards.
  • Maintain high-quality standards and proactively address quality issues.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Holder of a CSCS manager's card.

  • Extensive knowledge of the construction industry.
  • ​​​​​Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including CDM, and the ability to enforce company safety policies.
  • Strategic thinker with visionary capabilities.
  • Comprehensive understanding of building services, including design principles, construction techniques, and commissioning.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with subcontractors, consultants, and team members.
  • Proven ability to deliver work packages and exceed commercial targets.

Benefits:

  • Car allowance
  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Up to 10% employer pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days of annual leave, with options to buy or sell additional days
  • 3 days of wellbeing leave
  • Health and wellbeing support initiatives
  • 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme, including access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services
  • Discounted gym memberships nationwide

Join us in delivering complex projects through collaboration and innovation. Apply today to be part of a dynamic team that values expertise and partnership.

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