CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Mechanical Building Services Project / Contracts Manager Location: Central London Contract: Initial 6-month contract, with potential for extension Rate: 300- 400 per day, Outside IR35 Working pattern: Office-based, 5 days per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Building Services Project / Contracts Manager to join a fast-paced building services environment in Central London. This is a hands-on project and contracts management position, suited to someone with strong mechanical building services experience , particularly across commercial office refurbishments and fit-out projects . The successful candidate will be comfortable managing projects from mobilisation through to completion, coordinating contractors and subcontractors, managing programmes, costs and quality, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders. This is not a long-term site-based position . We are looking for someone with genuine project and contracts management experience who can operate at a senior level, make decisions quickly and effectively, and manage multiple moving parts within a fast-paced office environment. Key Responsibilities Manage mechanical building services projects from pre-construction/mobilisation through to completion. Take responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, programme and quality. Manage mechanical subcontractors, specialist contractors and suppliers. Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, main contractors and other project stakeholders. Review and manage programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved. Monitor project costs, variations, valuations and commercial performance. Review drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure works are delivered correctly. Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, architectural and other building services disciplines. Attend project meetings and provide clear updates on progress, risks and commercial matters. Identify and resolve technical, programme and delivery issues quickly. Manage procurement, materials, labour and subcontractor performance. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with relevant standards, specifications and project requirements. Support commissioning, testing, handover and close-out. Maintain strong client relationships and ensure a high standard of customer service. Provide leadership and direction to project teams and subcontractors. Experience Required Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, Building Services Project Manager or similar . Strong background in mechanical building services . Demonstrable experience delivering commercial office refurbishment / fit-out projects . Experience working in fast-paced environments where programmes and deadlines are critical. Strong subcontractor and supply-chain management experience. Good commercial awareness, including variations, valuations, costs and project performance. Ability to read and understand mechanical services drawings, specifications and programmes. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable dealing directly with clients, consultants and senior project stakeholders. Able to work independently and take ownership of projects and decisions. Ideally, You Will Have Experience across CAT A / CAT B office refurbishments and commercial fit-outs . Experience managing projects in Central London or similar high-pressure commercial environments. A track record of delivering projects successfully rather than simply remaining on a single long-term site assignment. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, public health and associated mechanical building services. Experience managing multiple contractors and workstreams simultaneously. A proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach. The Person We are looking for someone who is: Fast-paced and decisive - able to react quickly and keep projects moving. Commercially aware - understands the financial impact of decisions and changes. Client-focused - confident representing the business with clients and consultants. Organised - able to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Hands-on - willing to get involved and resolve issues rather than simply delegate. Experienced - has a genuine track record of managing mechanical projects and contracts. Adaptable - comfortable working across multiple projects and changing priorities. Important This role is particularly suited to someone with strong office refurbishment / commercial fit-out experience who has progressed into genuine project and contracts management. It is not aimed at candidates whose experience has primarily involved sitting on one site for several years with limited project or contracts management responsibility. Contract Details 300- 400 per day, Outside IR35 6-month initial contract Central London Office-based, 5 days per week
Mechanical Building Services Project / Contracts Manager Location: Central London Contract: Initial 6-month contract, with potential for extension Rate: 300- 400 per day, Outside IR35 Working pattern: Office-based, 5 days per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Building Services Project / Contracts Manager to join a fast-paced building services environment in Central London. This is a hands-on project and contracts management position, suited to someone with strong mechanical building services experience , particularly across commercial office refurbishments and fit-out projects . The successful candidate will be comfortable managing projects from mobilisation through to completion, coordinating contractors and subcontractors, managing programmes, costs and quality, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders. This is not a long-term site-based position . We are looking for someone with genuine project and contracts management experience who can operate at a senior level, make decisions quickly and effectively, and manage multiple moving parts within a fast-paced office environment. Key Responsibilities Manage mechanical building services projects from pre-construction/mobilisation through to completion. Take responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, programme and quality. Manage mechanical subcontractors, specialist contractors and suppliers. Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, main contractors and other project stakeholders. Review and manage programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved. Monitor project costs, variations, valuations and commercial performance. Review drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure works are delivered correctly. Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, architectural and other building services disciplines. Attend project meetings and provide clear updates on progress, risks and commercial matters. Identify and resolve technical, programme and delivery issues quickly. Manage procurement, materials, labour and subcontractor performance. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with relevant standards, specifications and project requirements. Support commissioning, testing, handover and close-out. Maintain strong client relationships and ensure a high standard of customer service. Provide leadership and direction to project teams and subcontractors. Experience Required Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, Building Services Project Manager or similar . Strong background in mechanical building services . Demonstrable experience delivering commercial office refurbishment / fit-out projects . Experience working in fast-paced environments where programmes and deadlines are critical. Strong subcontractor and supply-chain management experience. Good commercial awareness, including variations, valuations, costs and project performance. Ability to read and understand mechanical services drawings, specifications and programmes. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable dealing directly with clients, consultants and senior project stakeholders. Able to work independently and take ownership of projects and decisions. Ideally, You Will Have Experience across CAT A / CAT B office refurbishments and commercial fit-outs . Experience managing projects in Central London or similar high-pressure commercial environments. A track record of delivering projects successfully rather than simply remaining on a single long-term site assignment. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, public health and associated mechanical building services. Experience managing multiple contractors and workstreams simultaneously. A proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused approach. The Person We are looking for someone who is: Fast-paced and decisive - able to react quickly and keep projects moving. Commercially aware - understands the financial impact of decisions and changes. Client-focused - confident representing the business with clients and consultants. Organised - able to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Hands-on - willing to get involved and resolve issues rather than simply delegate. Experienced - has a genuine track record of managing mechanical projects and contracts. Adaptable - comfortable working across multiple projects and changing priorities. Important This role is particularly suited to someone with strong office refurbishment / commercial fit-out experience who has progressed into genuine project and contracts management. It is not aimed at candidates whose experience has primarily involved sitting on one site for several years with limited project or contracts management responsibility. Contract Details 300- 400 per day, Outside IR35 6-month initial contract Central London Office-based, 5 days per week
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Colchester, Essex
Technical Compliance Manager - 60,000 + package Location: Office-based with site, client, and remote flexibility Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (plus reasonable additional hours as required) Role Overview The Technical Compliance Manager is a senior role combining technical leadership with responsibility for health, safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The role provides strategic oversight of technical service delivery, engineering standards, and client-facing technical support while ensuring the business operates in full compliance with relevant legislation, ISO management systems, and industry best practice. This role acts as a central point of contact between technical teams, engineers, clients, regulators, and senior management, supporting operational excellence, risk management, sustainability, and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Service Support Provide technical leadership and support to engineering and service teams. Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex systems, faults, and design queries. Support contract delivery, system surveys, specifications, costing, and project development. Oversee technical standards, documentation, and system performance across all contracts. Lead development and improvement of staff technical skills and industry compliance. Provide product education and technical training to engineers and internal staff. Attend client meetings to define technical requirements, system solutions, and development plans. Support tendering, proposals, and technical inputs during sales and contract negotiations. Compliance, SHEQ & ISO Management Develop, implement, and maintain company HSEQ / SHEQ management systems. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and information/security legislation. Maintain, audit, and continuously improve ISO-certified systems including: o ISO 9001 (Quality) o ISO 14001 (Environmental) o ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) o ISO 27001 (Information Security) o ISO 50001 (Energy Management) Plan and conduct internal audits, site inspections, and compliance assessments. Prepare for and manage external audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections. Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Lead development and review of RAMS, safe systems of work, and procedures. Chairing Quarterly Management Review meetings Commercial, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Support tender submissions, quotations, and contract negotiation from a technical and compliance perspective. Monitor supplier compliance, pricing, and technical performance. Track technical and SHEQ KPIs, producing reports for senior management. Identify risks, opportunities, and improvements affecting service quality, compliance, and profitability. Promote a positive safety, quality, and compliance culture across the organisation. Support sustainability and Net Zero initiatives, including energy performance and environmental controls. Key Skills & Competencies Strong technical background within building services / BMS or similar engineering environments. Excellent knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems. Commercial and contractual awareness. Strong organisational, analytical, and reporting skills. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels. Leadership skills with a collaborative and proactive approach. Ability to balance operational, commercial, and compliance priorities. Technical & Professional Knowledge BMS / control systems and integration technologies Risk assessment, incident investigation, and audit management. ISO standards and certification maintenance. UK health & safety, environmental, and quality legislation. Tendering, costing, and contract technical support. Qualifications & Experience Essential Proven experience in a technical management or senior engineering role. Demonstrable responsibility for HSEQ / SHEQ or compliance management. Strong working knowledge of ISO management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent). Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, health & safety, environmental management, or related discipline. Experience supporting sustainability or energy management initiatives. General Responsibilities Maintain confidentiality in line with company policies. Comply with all health & safety policies and procedures. Participate in annual personal reviews and ongoing professional development. Promote equality, respect, and professionalism across the business.
Technical Compliance Manager - 60,000 + package Location: Office-based with site, client, and remote flexibility Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (plus reasonable additional hours as required) Role Overview The Technical Compliance Manager is a senior role combining technical leadership with responsibility for health, safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The role provides strategic oversight of technical service delivery, engineering standards, and client-facing technical support while ensuring the business operates in full compliance with relevant legislation, ISO management systems, and industry best practice. This role acts as a central point of contact between technical teams, engineers, clients, regulators, and senior management, supporting operational excellence, risk management, sustainability, and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Service Support Provide technical leadership and support to engineering and service teams. Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex systems, faults, and design queries. Support contract delivery, system surveys, specifications, costing, and project development. Oversee technical standards, documentation, and system performance across all contracts. Lead development and improvement of staff technical skills and industry compliance. Provide product education and technical training to engineers and internal staff. Attend client meetings to define technical requirements, system solutions, and development plans. Support tendering, proposals, and technical inputs during sales and contract negotiations. Compliance, SHEQ & ISO Management Develop, implement, and maintain company HSEQ / SHEQ management systems. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and information/security legislation. Maintain, audit, and continuously improve ISO-certified systems including: o ISO 9001 (Quality) o ISO 14001 (Environmental) o ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) o ISO 27001 (Information Security) o ISO 50001 (Energy Management) Plan and conduct internal audits, site inspections, and compliance assessments. Prepare for and manage external audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections. Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Lead development and review of RAMS, safe systems of work, and procedures. Chairing Quarterly Management Review meetings Commercial, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Support tender submissions, quotations, and contract negotiation from a technical and compliance perspective. Monitor supplier compliance, pricing, and technical performance. Track technical and SHEQ KPIs, producing reports for senior management. Identify risks, opportunities, and improvements affecting service quality, compliance, and profitability. Promote a positive safety, quality, and compliance culture across the organisation. Support sustainability and Net Zero initiatives, including energy performance and environmental controls. Key Skills & Competencies Strong technical background within building services / BMS or similar engineering environments. Excellent knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems. Commercial and contractual awareness. Strong organisational, analytical, and reporting skills. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels. Leadership skills with a collaborative and proactive approach. Ability to balance operational, commercial, and compliance priorities. Technical & Professional Knowledge BMS / control systems and integration technologies Risk assessment, incident investigation, and audit management. ISO standards and certification maintenance. UK health & safety, environmental, and quality legislation. Tendering, costing, and contract technical support. Qualifications & Experience Essential Proven experience in a technical management or senior engineering role. Demonstrable responsibility for HSEQ / SHEQ or compliance management. Strong working knowledge of ISO management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent). Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, health & safety, environmental management, or related discipline. Experience supporting sustainability or energy management initiatives. General Responsibilities Maintain confidentiality in line with company policies. Comply with all health & safety policies and procedures. Participate in annual personal reviews and ongoing professional development. Promote equality, respect, and professionalism across the business.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Location: South East - Hybrid Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Package: Company car / 600 per month car allowance + excellent benefits The Opportunity We are currently working with a leading organisation within the BMS and Building Controls sector that is looking to appoint an experienced BMS Estimator / Technical Sales Estimator to join their growing team. This is a technical-commercial position that sits at the heart of the sales, technical and operational functions. You will be responsible for taking BMS opportunities from the initial enquiry through to tender submission, working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams throughout the process. This is not a back-office pricing role . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to attend site surveys, support client and consultant meetings and play a key role in developing technically strong and commercially competitive BMS solutions. Key Responsibilities Review and assess incoming BMS tender enquiries. Interpret BMS specifications, drawings, schematics, points schedules and associated documentation. Understand client requirements, project timescales and key commercial drivers. Develop technically appropriate and commercially competitive BMS solutions. Prepare detailed BMS estimates and proposal documentation. Identify scope gaps, risks, qualifications, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Obtain, review and negotiate pricing from panel manufacturers, installation subcontractors and suppliers. Build and maintain strong relationships with preferred subcontractors and supply-chain partners. Attend site surveys and support client/consultant meetings where required. Work closely with the sales team throughout the tender process. Contribute to bid writing and wider proposal activities. Ensure all tenders follow internal governance, reporting and authorisation procedures. Maintain accurate opportunity and tender records. Support forecasting and monitor tender response times. What We're Looking For We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Strong experience within BMS / BEMS / Building Controls . Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC and BMS systems . Previous experience in BMS estimating, proposals, applications or technical sales. The ability to confidently interpret BMS specifications, drawings, schematics and points schedules. Experience preparing or significantly contributing to complete BMS estimates and proposals. Knowledge of working across multiple BMS manufacturers and platforms. Experience with systems such as Trend, Tridium, Schneider, Siemens, Delta, Distech or similar. Experience obtaining and evaluating panel, installation and supplier quotations. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple live tenders and competing deadlines. Excellent communication skills when dealing with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders. A proactive, self-motivated and accountable approach. Relevant Backgrounds We would be interested in speaking with people currently working as: BMS Estimator BEMS Estimator Controls Estimator BMS Sales Estimator Building Controls Estimator BMS Proposals Engineer BMS Applications Engineer BMS Sales Engineer Technical Sales Engineer BMS Design Engineer BMS Project Engineer with estimating responsibility We would also consider an experienced BMS Project, Design or Engineering professional who has meaningful estimating exposure and is looking to progress into a more technical-commercial position. Why Join? The successful candidate will receive a strong overall package, including: Competitive salary based on experience. Company car with a lease value of up to 600 per month OR 600 monthly car allowance. Contributory pension scheme. Non-contributory private healthcare, with the option to extend cover to family members. Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. 26 days' annual leave + public and bank holidays. One additional paid day for charity work. Company laptop and mobile phone. Company expenses facility. Hybrid working across the South East with regular client and site travel. Structured six-month onboarding and development programme . Excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing BMS / Building Controls environment. The Ideal Candidate This role would suit an experienced BMS Estimator, BMS Proposals Engineer, Applications Engineer or Technical Sales Engineer who understands both the technical and commercial sides of BMS projects. If you have a strong BMS engineering or design background and have developed solid estimating experience, this could also be an excellent opportunity to make the next step in your career. If you're an experienced BMS professional looking for a role that gives you greater commercial responsibility, client exposure and long-term career development, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Location: South East - Hybrid Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Package: Company car / 600 per month car allowance + excellent benefits The Opportunity We are currently working with a leading organisation within the BMS and Building Controls sector that is looking to appoint an experienced BMS Estimator / Technical Sales Estimator to join their growing team. This is a technical-commercial position that sits at the heart of the sales, technical and operational functions. You will be responsible for taking BMS opportunities from the initial enquiry through to tender submission, working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams throughout the process. This is not a back-office pricing role . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to attend site surveys, support client and consultant meetings and play a key role in developing technically strong and commercially competitive BMS solutions. Key Responsibilities Review and assess incoming BMS tender enquiries. Interpret BMS specifications, drawings, schematics, points schedules and associated documentation. Understand client requirements, project timescales and key commercial drivers. Develop technically appropriate and commercially competitive BMS solutions. Prepare detailed BMS estimates and proposal documentation. Identify scope gaps, risks, qualifications, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Obtain, review and negotiate pricing from panel manufacturers, installation subcontractors and suppliers. Build and maintain strong relationships with preferred subcontractors and supply-chain partners. Attend site surveys and support client/consultant meetings where required. Work closely with the sales team throughout the tender process. Contribute to bid writing and wider proposal activities. Ensure all tenders follow internal governance, reporting and authorisation procedures. Maintain accurate opportunity and tender records. Support forecasting and monitor tender response times. What We're Looking For We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Strong experience within BMS / BEMS / Building Controls . Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC and BMS systems . Previous experience in BMS estimating, proposals, applications or technical sales. The ability to confidently interpret BMS specifications, drawings, schematics and points schedules. Experience preparing or significantly contributing to complete BMS estimates and proposals. Knowledge of working across multiple BMS manufacturers and platforms. Experience with systems such as Trend, Tridium, Schneider, Siemens, Delta, Distech or similar. Experience obtaining and evaluating panel, installation and supplier quotations. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple live tenders and competing deadlines. Excellent communication skills when dealing with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders. A proactive, self-motivated and accountable approach. Relevant Backgrounds We would be interested in speaking with people currently working as: BMS Estimator BEMS Estimator Controls Estimator BMS Sales Estimator Building Controls Estimator BMS Proposals Engineer BMS Applications Engineer BMS Sales Engineer Technical Sales Engineer BMS Design Engineer BMS Project Engineer with estimating responsibility We would also consider an experienced BMS Project, Design or Engineering professional who has meaningful estimating exposure and is looking to progress into a more technical-commercial position. Why Join? The successful candidate will receive a strong overall package, including: Competitive salary based on experience. Company car with a lease value of up to 600 per month OR 600 monthly car allowance. Contributory pension scheme. Non-contributory private healthcare, with the option to extend cover to family members. Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. 26 days' annual leave + public and bank holidays. One additional paid day for charity work. Company laptop and mobile phone. Company expenses facility. Hybrid working across the South East with regular client and site travel. Structured six-month onboarding and development programme . Excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing BMS / Building Controls environment. The Ideal Candidate This role would suit an experienced BMS Estimator, BMS Proposals Engineer, Applications Engineer or Technical Sales Engineer who understands both the technical and commercial sides of BMS projects. If you have a strong BMS engineering or design background and have developed solid estimating experience, this could also be an excellent opportunity to make the next step in your career. If you're an experienced BMS professional looking for a role that gives you greater commercial responsibility, client exposure and long-term career development, we'd be keen to hear from you.
