Senior Building Services Engineer (FM)

We are seeking an FM Engineering Manager to join our Property Services team. This role is essential for ensuring that the MOPAC/MPS estate is fit-for-purpose, demonstrates value for money, and meets all statutory and legislative requirements. Reporting to the Assistant Director FM, this role involves managing a diverse team and overseeing the outsourced FM Integrator and the wider supply chain to deliver exemplary maintenance services across the Met estate.

• Location: Different locations around London
• Job Type: Full-time - fixed term contract for 12 months
• Salary: £550 per day Umbrella

• Manage mixed teams of internal staff, FM supply chain including professional technical staff, and contractors to ensure top-class maintenance of the Met estate.
• Provide engineering support with a focus on mechanical engineering across all FM activities.
• Monitor and manage the performance of the FM Integrator and wider supply chain, ensuring compliance with statutory inspections and planned preventive maintenance.
• Drive cost savings and challenge proposed solutions/quotations.
• Carry out design, development, and improvement works across the estate.
• Review system and PPM failures, managing remediation and corrective action plans.
• Conduct audits of the Integrator's management of Tier 2 suppliers, driving process and procedural improvements.
• Collaborate closely with Construction, Engagement, Building Management, and Implementation teams to deliver efficient and maintainable workplace designs.
• Manage business risks through the contracted supply chain, including management, liaison, and escalation related to shutdowns and incident remediation.
• Ensure statutory compliance of the estate and assets.
• Draft and incorporate user and maintenance requirements early in the project lifecycle.
• Identify and recommend schemes for inclusion in the Forward Works Plan.
• Maintain effective communications across all supply chains, Property Services, and internal MPS customer units for operational property matters.

• An appropriate professional qualification or equivalent experience in engineering/FM.
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as CIBSE, IWFM, CIOB, or RICS is advantageous.
• Strong management experience in an engineering/FM environment, with a working knowledge of operational and maintenance best practices.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of M&E building services.
• Experience working with complex and diverse supply chains and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in commercial partnerships with significant outsourced suppliers within a robust performance regime.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operational users.
• Demonstrated skills in issue resolution and agile or smarter working workplace design is a plus.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Involvement in significant projects that enhance the functionality and resilience of a major public estate.

To apply for the FM Engineering Manager position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Highlight your experience with FM services, property management, and your ability to manage complex supply chains and diverse teams.