Building Services Manager – Residential Projects
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: Up to £86,000 plus travel
A leading residential contractor is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to take the lead on two residential projects in Basingstoke, each with M&E packages valued at around £5 million. This is a pivotal role, overseeing both projects from pre-construction through to handover, acting as the lead MEP point of contact for all stakeholders. You will be responsible for managing the full MEP process on site, working closely with subcontractors, design consultants, commercial teams and the client. From early-stage procurement and design input to installation and final delivery, you will ensure that quality, programme and budget targets are met. The position will be both upstream and downstream facing, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the MEP strategy from pre-construction to project completion
Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants and internal teams to achieve project objectives
Oversee procurement, tender strategies and scope preparation for MEP packages
Manage approvals including drawings, technical submissions and mock-ups
Ensure compliance with specifications and promote best practice in sustainability and design
Maintain high standards of safety, quality and client satisfaction throughout the build
About You
You will have a proven track record in delivering complex MEP packages on multi-million-pound projects, ideally within the residential sector. Strong leadership skills and commercial awareness are essential, along with the ability to drive value engineering and deliver successful outcomes under tight deadlines.
What We Offer
Salary up to £86,000 for the right candidate
Travel allowance
Comprehensive benefits package including pension and private medical cover
The opportunity to work on high-profile residential projects with a leading contractor in the South of England
If you are an experienced Building Services Manager looking to take ownership of significant residential schemes and deliver them to the highest standards, we would like to hear from you