Building Services Manager

VINCI Building is looking to appoint a Building Services Manager who will lead the management and coordination of MEP packages during pre-construction and delivery phases of projects.

With an initial focus on our project at Birmingham Airport where we are working on the multi-million-pound masterplan, VINCI Building's framework scope focuses on delivering challenging infrastructure upgrades and terminal expansions to support the targeted growth in annual passenger capacity from 12 million to 18 million by 2033, all while keeping the live operational airport running smoothly.

As Building Services Manager with VINCI Building you will lead the management and coordination of MEP packages during pre-construction and delivery phases, driving appointment of sub-contractors, production of deliverables, installation quality, integrated commissioning, sign-off and documentation.

Based our regional office in Solihull, you’ll cover projects across the region ensuring the highest standards of bid-management, design, construction, and commissioning are met.
Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining project progress while adhering to timelines, budgets, and safety standards.

• Oversee delivery of mid to high-value MEP subcontract packages on Life Science, Healthcare, Leisure, Residential, Education and Commercial projects.
• Ensure compliance with project objectives and budgets.
• Drive MEP cost control process support, ensuring strict adherence to financial constraints.
• Provide technical support to the onsite construction activities in order to maintain progress and quality benchmarks.
• Enable the supply chain to perform through coordination with other trades and site management team.
• In conjunction with Building Services design Manager, manage the off-site design process on Single and 2-Stage tenders, commencing at ‘RIBA Stage 2 or 3 – Concept or Developed Design’, in accordance with the VCUK Design Management processes and procedures.
• In conjunction with Building Services design manager, manage the on-site design process at ‘RIBA Stage 4 and 5 – Technical Design and Construction’, in accordance with the VCUK Design Management processes and procedures.
• Assist the Design Manager in the discharge of the Design Managers Specific Tasks and responsibilities.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, specialists, suppliers and construction teams.
• Provide technical support to the delivery team and supply chain in active building systems inc. HV, fire systems, security, water treatment and BMS.
• Input to MEP bids and preconstruction phases.

• 10+ years in construction working for either a sub-contractor or main contractor in the UK, with at least 5 years in a project management role, particularly managing MEP subcontracts.
• Proven experience on mid to large-scale projects with values exceeding £20m.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on client satisfaction, innovation, and team development.
• Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Please Note:

To be eligible for this opportunity, candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK
. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered.

This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Additional security and vetting checks will be undertaken by the client.

This is a crucial site based role, therefore applicants must be able to commute to the project at Birmingham Airport on a daily basis.

Operating from our network of offices throughout England and Wales, VINCI Building delivers new build, refurbishment and associated fitout works, with particular expertise in the education,…