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Building Services Manager - Oxford Building Services Manager - OxfordSalary: £80,000 - £88,000 + Package Location: Oxford (Regional Role) A leading regional contractor is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to take ownership of MEP delivery and preconstruction strategy across their Oxfordshire region. This is a pivotal senior role that would suit someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys shaping technical solutions early in the process, and is confident leading building services input across multiple concurrent schemes. The RoleAs Building Services Manager, you will play a key role in guiding projects from early feasibility through to tender, design development and delivery. Your focus will be on ensuring building services elements are fully integrated, cost effective and technically robust. Key responsibilities include: Leading MEP strategy and coordination during preconstructionManaging technical reviews, design proposals and value engineering optionsOverseeing M&E tendering processes and engaging with supply chain partnersProviding building services input into bids, proposals and tender submissionsWorking closely with Design Managers, Pre Con teams and Project ManagersEnsuring compliance with industry standards, sustainability goals and best practiceSupporting regional leadership with forecasting, programming and client engagementAbout YouYou will be a confident communicator with strong technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical systems. You should be comfortable influencing internal teams, consultants and subcontractors, and capable of providing clear leadership across multiple workstreams.Ideal experience includes: Strong background in building services management within constructionExperience in commercial, education or public sector projectsA track record of leading preconstruction activities and tender reviewsAbility to manage consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholdersExcellent technical understanding of M&E packagesIf you're interested in learning more, please send your CV to or contact the Hays Southampton office to arrange a confidential discussion about the opportunity. #

Estimator (Plastering, Drylining, Fire Protection & SFS) Full-time, Permanent Negotiable salary dependant on experience We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a busy and well established MEP contractor in the South Wales area, specialising in plastering, drylining, fire protection, and SFS systems . The company delivers comprehensive wall and partition solutions to commercial and industrial clients across the UK, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale and complex projects. The business is recognised for its commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a stable, successful contractor in a technically engaging and commercially focused role. Key Responsibilities As an Estimator, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Your responsibilities will include: Cost Management: Overseeing project budgets and ensuring works are delivered within agreed financial parameters. This includes monitoring expenditure, controlling costs, and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities across plastering, drylining, fire protection, and SFS packages. Tendering & Estimating: Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for upcoming projects. Working closely with project managers and design teams to ensure bids are competitive, commercially robust, and reflective of the full scope of works. Contract Administration: Managing contractual and commercial processes, including contract reviews, variations, and compliance with contractual terms. Liaising with internal and external parties to mitigate risk and resolve commercial issues. Project Monitoring & Reporting: Undertaking site visits to monitor progress and ensure alignment with project specifications, cost plans, and programmes. Producing regular cost and performance reports for senior management and clients. Stakeholder Liaison: Maintaining effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, providing expert commercial and cost advice where required. Risk & Value Management: Proactively identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies. Applying value engineering principles to optimise cost efficiency while maintaining quality and safety standards. Required: To succeed in this role, you will ideally have: Proven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor with hands-on exposure to drylining, fire protection, render, or SFS projects. A solid understanding of cost control, budget management, and financial reporting, with the ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights. Good working knowledge of construction contracts, industry standards, and relevant legislation, with experience managing variations and commercial issues. Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. A proactive and methodical approach, with a strong eye for detail and the ability to identify and resolve issues early. Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline. RICS or similar accreditation is advantageous but not essential. About the Role As part of a successful and growing department, you will support a team that has been delivering industry-leading construction solutions for decades. You will play an integral role in maintaining high standards of quality, improving commercial performance, and contributing to the ongoing development of the team and business.

Willmott Dixon are looking for a dynamic Preconstruction Project Manager to join our Northwest region. We support hybrid working and you would be office based (Oldham, Manchester) with the ability to work from home. Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager, the successful person will manage the preconstruction bid process, project managing both internal and external resources to deliver successful bids, on time and to the highest quality. You will also ensure our customers' expectations are managed and, wherever possible, exceeded. With a proven track record of successful projects, you will be responsible for leading two-stage/negotiated tenders for projects ranging in value from 10m to 100m across a range of sectors, including Education, Leisure, Health, Blue Light, Transport and Commercial. At Willmott Dixon we operate through several frameworks, allowing for a greater probability of seeing your hard work come to life. Key Responsibilities As a Preconstruction Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Motivating and leading a bid team that includes both internal (estimators, design professionals, MEP professionals and planners) and often external (supply chain and consultants) resource. Working closely with your team to develop the commercial strategy. Managing the customers' expectations through informal and formal 'health checks', adopting a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations. Developing and incorporating project strategies to achieve the company's sustainability objectives. Ensuring regular monitoring and reporting on progress, managing potential risks and opportunities, and instigating pre-emptive and corrective actions as required. Maintaining continuous professional development of yourself and your team to ensure appropriate technical awareness, implementing best practices and driving continuous improvement. Maintaining a 'one team' approach throughout to create a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations. Coordinating inception workshops with our customers and using your proven listening skills to ensure we truly understand our customers 'Why', gaining vital information that will enable your bid team to go the extra mile. Essential and Desirable Criteria Experience in managing diverse technical input, understanding complex construction schemes and leading the bid process will help you thrive in this role. If you have previously worked in a construction technical role, including but not limited to Operations, Planning, Commercial, Design or Estimating as this will help you hit the ground running. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for you to become a key part of our pre-construction team, if you will enjoy understanding the challenges our customers face and are motivated by finding innovative solutions please apply. Additional Information In return, we reward our people generously with a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. This role will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Senior Electrical Estimator Up to £100k + Package London Projects Tier 1 Contractor Environment I m working with a well-established main contractor delivering complex projects across London, and they re looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team. This isn t a pricing from drawings in isolation role. They want someone commercially sharp, technically credible, and confident engaging with delivery teams someone who understands how M&E packages are actually built, not just costed. You ll be working on a mix of major commercial, healthcare, life sciences, and complex refurbishment schemes across London, typically ranging from £10m £150m+ project values. The Role Leading electrical estimating packages from tender enquiry through to final submission Producing detailed cost plans, take-offs, and pricing strategies Reviewing specifications, drawings, and employer s requirements Liaising with supply chain to obtain competitive quotations Working closely with pre-construction, commercial, and technical services teams Identifying value engineering opportunities and risk allowances Supporting bid presentations and client engagement where required This is a senior position with genuine influence over project wins not just number crunching. What They re Looking For Ideal backgrounds include: Electrical Estimator within a main contractor or M&E contractor Experience pricing projects in the £5m £30m+ MEP range Strong understanding of electrical systems (LV, HV, lighting, containment, BMS integration etc.) Ability to interpret technical information and challenge designs commercially Stable career history with credible employers Comfortable working within a collaborative pre-construction environment Senior-level candidates or strong Estimators ready to step up will both be considered. Salary & Package Up to £100,000 base salary Car allowance / travel allowance Bonus Private healthcare Pension Genuine progression into Pre-Construction leadership Why This Role Long-term pipeline of secured London projects Strong reputation for delivering technically complex schemes Stable business with repeat clients Clear career progression pathway Supportive senior leadership team The Reality The hiring manager isn t looking for someone who just sends prices back. They want someone who: Understands delivery Thinks commercially Challenges assumptions Adds value to bids Takes ownership

Our Client is one of the leading international multi-disciplinary consulting engineering practices operating in the UK. With circa 18,000 staff spread across 35 countries, providing world class support to both the natural and built environment, this giant of the industry has been providing rewarding career paths for Engineers and Consultants at all levels for over 80 years. The Birmingham office provides a fantastic opportunity to be involved in locally based projects that will make a real visible difference throughout the midlands region. Working closely with department heads of neighbouring disciplines and championing joint bids wherever possible will ensure customers receive the very best service through joined up thinking and technical excellence. As an Associate Director and MEP Lead you will have established a proven track record of building teams and leading major projects, including project managing multi-disciplinary schemes that could include both in house and external collaboration. Business development will be an active part of the role and you will have an established network of industry contacts which can be leveraged to develop qualified opportunities, regionally and potentially nationally. The successful applicant will hold line management responsibility for a larger team of people including managing managers. This is an important and primary function of the position which should be given significant attention. You will lead by example, inspiring your direct reports and the wider team to perform at their optimum. As the business unit grows under your direct management, progression through to Director and full accountability for all aspects of the Birmingham MEP Team will duly follow. This high profile post will best suit an ambitious Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineer who feels comfortable leading from the front and implementing change. Client engagement must be encouraged at all levels, seeding relationships early and facilitating fruitful long term partnerships. Whilst a high degree of technical knowledge and experience is required in order to drive confidence and set a high bar for others to follow, just as important is promoting inclusivity, harnessing ideas, encouraging a can-do attitude and ultimately rewarding success. Applications are invited from appropriately qualified and experienced Building Services Engineers looking for a career in senior management.

A successful and established main MEP contractor based in the Newcastle area, with a very good project workload spread across the North East / Yorkshire regions, require a MEP Technical Manager to work with both the Client, main contractor and external Consultants. Job Overview The Technical Manager is responsible for management of design related issues across multiple sectors in both Pre Construction and the Construction stages of individual projects. The role involves the management of the design process using commercial, contractual, programme / time awareness and technical expertise; whilst supporting, understanding and advising relevant stakeholders as to the requirements and obligations in the development of the design. The role requires experience in the appointment and management of consultants, monitoring the production of detailed design and managing the design appraisal review process for projects in delivery The Technical Manager is accountable for ensuring the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice where appropriate. Responsibilities and Duties Below is a list of the main responsibilities and duties of the role, although not exhaustive: Document Management System (DMS) • Completion of the Contract Documents checklist together with pre-con and commercial team. • Onboarding of relevant consultants to the DMS. • Ensuring the relevant stakeholders have the required training and a project specific user guide is distributed for using the DMS. • Review design / specifications / tech subs/ RFI s through the workflow approval stages using the DMS. • Ensure that the drawing review is undertaken in a timely manor (within the agreed individual project time constraints). Document Control • Liaise with Document Controllers to ensure that the individual projects are set up on the DMS in accordance with the client s requirements. • Liaise with the Document Controllers to ensure that the design and specifications are QA checked and uploaded in a timely manor. Pre-Construction • Attend tender handover meetings, where required. • Undertake a review of the Employers Requirements (ERs), where requested to do so. • Assist by carrying out a review of consultant s design and performance specification, where requested to do so. • Seek to identify key risk items and anomalies, where requested to do so. • Assist by helping to identify any scope gaps, where requested to do so. • Seek to identify any potential cost saving ideas / Value Engineering opportunities, where requested to do so. • Look to identify any key items which may affect programme, where requested to do so. • Identify any long lead-in or long design periods which may affect programme. • Assist with the preparation of a project specific risk register, where requested to do so. • Assist Head of Design and Pre-Construction team with any input into tender documents, where required and requested to do so. • Assist Head of Design and Pre-Construction team with answering any design related questions during PQQ tender bids, where requested to do so. • Assist Head of Design and Pre-Construction team with the preparation and collation of the Contractors Proposals (CP s) documentation. • Assist Head of Design and Pre-Construction team with the preparation of the Scope of Service/ appointment documents for the design consultants. • Assist Head of Design and Pre-Construction team with the preparation of the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM). Project Delivery • Attend project launch/handover meetings. • Manage all aspects of the consultants and specialist sub-contractor s activities working with commercial teams to negotiate their appointments. • Familiarises yourself with and undertake a full review of the Contract Documents advising the project team accordingly. • Develop and manage the Construction Information Release Schedule (IRS). • Attend scope review meetings (where applicable) and prior to tender enquiries being sent with the following resources QS/CM/PM. • Manage the design against Employers Requirements (ERs). • Ensure regular and transparent communication is taking place between design, operational & commercial colleagues throughout project. • Attend Project Contract Review Meetings. • Review quality & installation compliance during site visits and highlight to project team any potential issues. • Check / verify and comment on the Project Risk & Opportunity Register when it is available. • Ensure the Schedule of Samples are issued and signed off in a timely manor. • Organise and Chair Design Team Meetings (DTMs) and / or Design Workshops as required ensuring Agenda is issued and meeting minutes are taken and distributed in accordance with the department processes and procedures. • Input into (where required) client progress reports. • Ensure that O&M Manuals / Building logs are collated and issued in a timely manor by the relevant parties. Project Completion • Provide support and assistance to Defects & Aftercare department as required. • Assist with the preparation of information for any project lessons learned review meetings.

Our client, a prestigious Main Contractor specialising in high-end commercial office fit out projects across Central London, is looking for a strategic and technically astute Senior Technical Services Managers and Technical Services Managers to play a pivotal role across both project delivery and pre-construction activities. This is a high-impact role within a business renowned for delivering best-in-class Cat A and Cat B fit outs for leading developers, end users, and blue-chip clients. Role Overview: As Senior Technical Services Manager, you will lead the MEP strategy across major projects, while also supporting work-winning efforts, including technical input into bids, tenders, and client interviews. You will be the go-to authority for MEP integration across the design, delivery, and commissioning phases, while actively shaping the company s reputation in competitive pitches. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health) elements on high-value fit out schemes Provide expert technical input into tenders, bids, and pre-construction submissions Attend client interviews to present MEP strategies and demonstrate capability Work closely with estimators, planners, and design teams to ensure robust technical solutions in tenders Oversee design coordination, installation, and commissioning through to client handover Ensure all services are delivered in line with compliance, quality, and programme expectations Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners Mentor and develop junior technical services staff within the business What they are Looking For: Demonstrable experience as a Senior or Lead Technical Services Manager in commercial fit out Strong understanding of MEP coordination, systems, and delivery from Stage 2 onwards Proven ability to contribute to and present in work-winning scenarios Deep knowledge of the London commercial fit out market, with a focus on Cat A and Cat B schemes Excellent interpersonal skills and confident presenting technical information to senior stakeholders A collaborative leader who can engage across teams and manage complex interfaces Why Join? Join a contractor with a strong track record in delivering landmark commercial fit outs in Central London Be part of a pre-construction and delivery team that actively wins prestigious projects Opportunity to shape the technical direction and profile of the business Long-term career growth within a forward-thinking and financially stable company Ready to make a bigger impact? Apply now or contact us in confidence to find out more about this exciting leadership opportunity.

Job Title: Technical Manager *1 Mechanical Bias and 1 Electrical Bias needed* Location: London Job Type: Permanent Salary: £65,000 We have a new opportunity for an M&E Technical Manager to join our Construction London team to be responsible for the functional leadership and management of design resource on projects in the area from winning the tender through to completion. Typical Project Value: £50m to £250m Typical Projects: Residential, Offices, Schools Etc. 25 Days Holiday £6k Car Allowance Flexi £250 to spend on benefits (or cash) 10% Bonus based on performance Work from home flexibility Job Description; Responsible for the technical performance of allocated bids & projects Responsible for the management of MEP & BIM design on allocated projects Responsible for ensuring reporting technical performance in a disciplined and compliant manner Manage design risk & opportunities with a robust and transparent approach Responsible for MEP Designing the Promise compliance across allocated bids & projects Responsible for CDM & Designing for Safety compliance across allocated bids & projects Responsible for Operating Framework compliance across allocated bids & projects Implement regional technical strategy Promote implementation of the Technical Excellence Centre in the region Solve technical & design problems and make decisions that have a major impact on WBS/WCG Challenge bid & project performance Maximise technical & design performance of all allocated bids & projects Staff and employee wellbeing Undertake key activities with discipline and rigour Key Experience necessary; Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar technical and/or design position, ideally including MEP Contractor Demonstrable experience of successful design & technical delivery across multiple project typologies/sectors/values Good Leadership & collaboration skills Good understanding of technical & commercial risk management and opportunity creation Comprehensive understanding of design Management Effective communication skills with experience in stakeholder management both internal and external Good understanding of MEP testing & commissioning Degree/HND qualified, Incorporated Engineer, ACIBSE and/or TMIET If you're looking for new place to either learn or continue your trade, click APPLY now, and we will be in touch with the applicants who meet the requirements! Point Of Contact Drew Albert, MCG (phone number removed)

Job Title: Technical Manager *1 Mechanical Bias and 1 Electrical Bias needed* Location: London Job Type: Permanent Salary: £65,000 We have a new opportunity for an M&E Technical Manager to join our Construction London team to be responsible for the functional leadership and management of design resource on projects in the area from winning the tender through to completion. Typical Project Value: £50m to £250m Typical Projects: Residential, Offices, Schools Etc. 25 Days Holiday £6k Car Allowance Flexi £250 to spend on benefits (or cash) 10% Bonus based on performance Work from home flexibility Job Description; Responsible for the technical performance of allocated bids & projects Responsible for the management of MEP & BIM design on allocated projects Responsible for ensuring reporting technical performance in a disciplined and compliant manner Manage design risk & opportunities with a robust and transparent approach Responsible for MEP Designing the Promise compliance across allocated bids & projects Responsible for CDM & Designing for Safety compliance across allocated bids & projects Responsible for Operating Framework compliance across allocated bids & projects Implement regional technical strategy Promote implementation of the Technical Excellence Centre in the region Solve technical & design problems and make decisions that have a major impact on WBS/WCG Challenge bid & project performance Maximise technical & design performance of all allocated bids & projects Staff and employee wellbeing Undertake key activities with discipline and rigour Key Experience necessary; Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar technical and/or design position, ideally including MEP Contractor Demonstrable experience of successful design & technical delivery across multiple project typologies/sectors/values Good Leadership & collaboration skills Good understanding of technical & commercial risk management and opportunity creation Comprehensive understanding of design Management Effective communication skills with experience in stakeholder management both internal and external Good understanding of MEP testing & commissioning Degree/HND qualified, Incorporated Engineer, ACIBSE and/or TMIET If you're looking for new place to either learn or continue your trade, click APPLY now, and we will be in touch with the applicants who meet the requirements! Point Of Contact Drew Albert, MCG (phone number removed)

Bid Manager - Cardiff - Rail / Civil engineering Our client, a medium sized contractor are currently recruiting for a Bid Manager to be based in Cardiff to work on a number of Civil engineering & Rail projects. Remuneration: £350-£400 per day or £50,000 - £60,000 per annum plus car/car allowance & benefits Location: Cardiff The Role: Strategy development, solution development, commercial considerations, partner identification and risk management. Facilitating kick off meetings, storyboarding and win theme sessions with the wider team. Liaising with the operations team and other external teams who input into responses. Building specific customer focused propositions, configured to meet their requirements. High quality document management. Ongoing development of the content library. Providing direction to the wider bid team. Managing pre tender communications and pre tender meetings along with attending relevant events. Supporting the creation and maintenance of written materials as required. Write and produce high quality content. Prepare and co-ordinate the pricing of the bid. Continual risk tracking and management. Prep and coordinate the pricing of the bids. Requirements: Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline is desirable. Depth and breadth of experience will be taken into account where these qualifications have not been attained. Competent and proficient understanding of Microsoft Packages, in particular Word and Excel. Must have an understanding of the rail environment. Writing Experience. Professional Bidding Qualifications (APMP or equivalent) Significant experience of managing multiple tenders. Proven experience in a similar role. If you are interested in hearing more please contact John Baker Keywords: Bid Manager, Bid Management, Rail, Railway, M&E, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Contractor, Construction, Contract, Freelance, Freelancer, Temp, Temporary, Cardiff, Permanent, Wales, Civil engineering, Civils, Bid Writing

Our Client is a leading M&E Contractor with their head office in Dublin, they are looking to hire a Commercial Manager for a £50m M&E project in Belgium & the Netherlands Roles & Responsibilities: Negotiating contracts Financial management of projects Overseeing product developmen Recognising business opportunities Putting together bids to win new business Look to strategically improve procedures by reviewing and developing operational process flows Risk assessments Offering direction and instruction Training and/or mentoring the quantity surveying team Skills required: Strong management and organisational skills MEP background preffered Proven Commercial Manager expereince Degree Educated Oversea experience preffered Excellent communication skills Please apply for this role directly or contact Bradley Pearce at ICDS Recruitment for more information

Bid Manager - Cardiff - Rail / Civil engineering Our client, a medium sized contractor are currently recruiting for a Bid Manager to be based in Cardiff to work on a number of Civil engineering & Rail projects. Remuneration: £350-£400 per day or £50,000 - £60,000 per annum plus car/car allowance & benefits Location: Cardiff The Role: Strategy development, solution development, commercial considerations, partner identification and risk management. Facilitating kick off meetings, storyboarding and win theme sessions with the wider team. Liaising with the operations team and other external teams who input into responses. Building specific customer focused propositions, configured to meet their requirements. High quality document management. Ongoing development of the content library. Providing direction to the wider bid team. Managing pre tender communications and pre tender meetings along with attending relevant events. Supporting the creation and maintenance of written materials as required. Write and produce high quality content. Prepare and co-ordinate the pricing of the bid. Continual risk tracking and management. Prep and coordinate the pricing of the bids. Requirements: Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline is desirable. Depth and breadth of experience will be taken into account where these qualifications have not been attained. Competent and proficient understanding of Microsoft Packages, in particular Word and Excel. Must have an understanding of the rail environment. Writing Experience. Professional Bidding Qualifications (APMP or equivalent) Significant experience of managing multiple tenders. Proven experience in a similar role. If you are interested in hearing more please contact John Baker Keywords: Bid Manager, Bid Management, Rail, Railway, M&E, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Contractor, Construction, Contract, Freelance, Freelancer, Temp, Temporary, Cardiff, Permanent, Wales, Civil engineering, Civils, Bid Writing