Senior Manager Technical Services
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Bristol | £60M Fit-Out Project
A leading specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to take a key leadership role on a major, high-value commercial fit-out in Bristol.
This is an opportunity to join a technically driven business delivering complex, design-led projects where MEP coordination, innovation, and quality are critical to success.
The Opportunity
You will act as the technical lead on a flagship project, overseeing the full lifecycle from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. This role offers real influence — both on project outcomes and the development of technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery across a large-scale, complex commercial fit-out
Provide oversight of MEP design, coordination, and installation
Manage and mitigate technical and design risk
Drive design programmes, technical trackers, and interface management
Ensure compliance with UK regulations, client requirements, and best practice
Oversee commissioning, validation, and handover processes
Support procurement and subcontractor technical evaluations
Act as the senior escalation point for technical issues
Mentor and support Technical Services Managers and junior staff
What We’re Looking For
Strong background in building services / MEP contracting
Proven experience delivering large commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects
Track record in a senior technical leadership role
Deep understanding of UK Building Regulations and compliance
Strong design coordination and problem-solving ability
Experience with document control systems (e.g. Procore or similar)
Confident in client-facing environments
Desirable:
Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
Experience on high-value (£30M+) projects
Ability to manage multiple workstreams or projects
Why This Role?
Work on a flagship £60M project with significant technical complexity
Join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of work
Play a key role in shaping technical delivery and standards
Genuine opportunity to influence team development and future projects
Bristol | £60M Fit-Out Project
A leading specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to take a key leadership role on a major, high-value commercial fit-out in Bristol.
This is an opportunity to join a technically driven business delivering complex, design-led projects where MEP coordination, innovation, and quality are critical to success.
The Opportunity
You will act as the technical lead on a flagship project, overseeing the full lifecycle from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. This role offers real influence — both on project outcomes and the development of technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery across a large-scale, complex commercial fit-out
Provide oversight of MEP design, coordination, and installation
Manage and mitigate technical and design risk
Drive design programmes, technical trackers, and interface management
Ensure compliance with UK regulations, client requirements, and best practice
Oversee commissioning, validation, and handover processes
Support procurement and subcontractor technical evaluations
Act as the senior escalation point for technical issues
Mentor and support Technical Services Managers and junior staff
What We’re Looking For
Strong background in building services / MEP contracting
Proven experience delivering large commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects
Track record in a senior technical leadership role
Deep understanding of UK Building Regulations and compliance
Strong design coordination and problem-solving ability
Experience with document control systems (e.g. Procore or similar)
Confident in client-facing environments
Desirable:
Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
Experience on high-value (£30M+) projects
Ability to manage multiple workstreams or projects
Why This Role?
Work on a flagship £60M project with significant technical complexity
Join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of work
Play a key role in shaping technical delivery and standards
Genuine opportunity to influence team development and future projects