Technical Services Manager
Up to £75,000 + excellent benefits package and development opportunities
Central London
The Opportunity
We are supporting the appointment of an experienced Technical Services Manager to join a high-quality commercial office environment in Central London.
This is a key technical role within a modern, multi-let estate, where you will act as the dedicated engineering lead for building services, supporting operational delivery while also driving performance, compliance, and long-term asset improvement.
The position is suited to someone who enjoys working in a hands-on technical environment, while also contributing to broader initiatives around building optimisation, sustainability, and innovation in property operations.
You will work closely with site-based teams, service partners, and wider stakeholders to ensure building systems are performing effectively and evolving in line with best practice standards.
The Role
* Acting as the technical lead for MEP systems across the estate
* Supporting site teams with day-to-day engineering queries and escalations
* Driving building performance optimisation and lifecycle improvements
* Supporting ESG initiatives, including energy reduction and net zero alignment
* Assisting with the review and coordination of fit-out and project works
* Reviewing technical documentation and providing clear recommendations
* Supporting management of service partners, contractors, and consultants
* Monitoring and improving planned preventative maintenance (PPM) regimes
* Supporting compliance with statutory requirements and internal standards
* Reviewing contractor performance, including maintenance quality and reporting
* Supporting energy and utilities performance analysis
* Acting as escalation point for technical incidents and engineering issues
* Supporting small works, upgrades, and maintenance-related projects
* Contributing to asset lifecycle planning and forward maintenance strategy
* Supporting the introduction of smart building systems and digital monitoring tools
The Environment
You will be based within a high-quality, multi-let commercial office environment in Central London, featuring a mix of modern building systems and active occupier engagement.
The role sits within a fast-paced operational setting where technical performance, service delivery, and continuous improvement are key priorities.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a technically strong and proactive individual with experience in building services within commercial property.
You will bring:
* Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar technical or engineering role
* Strong background in building services / MEP within commercial property
* Good understanding of HVAC systems and building operations
* Knowledge of health & safety and compliance frameworks
* Experience working with contractors, consultants, and service partners
* Strong problem-solving and technical analysis capability
* Ability to review technical information and provide clear recommendations
* Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Interest in building performance, sustainability, and innovation
Skills & Attributes:
* Strong technical and engineering understanding
* Confident stakeholder and contractor management
* Proactive and solution-focused approach
* Ability to prioritise in a live operational environment
* Collaborative working style
* Interest in continuous improvement and innovation
Qualifications:
* Engineering qualification or equivalent experience
* Professional membership (e.g. IWFM, IOSH, NEBOSH) desirable
* Strong IT literacy (reporting, spreadsheets, documentation tools)
Why This Role?
This is a strong opportunity for a technically capable individual to step into a visible and influential building services role within a high-quality commercial environment.
You will play a key part in ensuring building systems operate efficiently today, while also helping shape longer-term improvements in performance, sustainability, and technical strategy.
Apply Now
If you’re looking for a senior technical role where your engineering expertise, problem-solving ability, and approach to building performance will make a real impact, we’d be keen to hear from you.
To apply, please contact the Maxwell Stephens team on 0207 118 4848, or send your CV to .