M&E Building Services Manager

M&E Building Services Manager

V7 are working in partnership with a leading main contractor to appoint an experienced M&E Building Services Manager, responsible for the full management, coordination, and delivery of mechanical and electrical services on major high-rise residential developments in Manchester.

In return they offer:

• A Competitive Salary
• Car Allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Medicash
• Team Events

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as an M&E or Building Services Manager on large-scale, complex construction projects
• Strong background in high-rise residential, student accommodation, or mixed-use developments preferred
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, commissioning processes, and building regulations
• Experience managing projects with significant M&E package values
• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and design information
• Commercial awareness and experience working closely with commercial teams
• Proficient in project reporting, planning, and documentation management

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management and coordination of all Mechanical and Electrical building services from preconstruction through to handover
• Manage M&E subcontractors, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance with contractual requirements
• Coordinate M&E design development, reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical submissions
• Ensure full integration of M&E services with architectural and structural elements
• Oversee commissioning, testing, and certification of all building services systems
• Monitor programme milestones and manage sequencing of M&E works within a high-rise environment
• Control M&E budgets, valuations, variations, and cost reporting in collaboration with the commercial team
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, building safety legislation, and industry standards
• Chair and contribute to technical and coordination meetings
• Manage snagging, defects, and final handover documentation (O&M manuals, as-built drawings, certifications)
• Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across all M&E activities

V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.
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