Building Service Manager

Building Services Manager - Oxford

Salary: £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 Role

As 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 preconstruction
• Managing technical reviews, design proposals and value-engineering options
• Overseeing M&E tendering processes and engaging with supply chain partners
• Providing building services input into bids, proposals and tender submissions
• Working closely with Design Managers, Pre-Con teams and Project Managers
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards, sustainability goals and best practice
• Supporting regional leadership with forecasting, programming and client engagement

About You

You 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 construction
• Experience in commercial, education or public-sector projects
• A track record of leading preconstruction activities and tender reviews
• Ability to manage consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Excellent technical understanding of M&E packages

If you're interested in learning more, please send your CV or contact the Hays Southampton office to arrange a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

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