A leading UK construction contractor is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to join its growing team in the Inverness area. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the Highlands, contributing to high-profile developments while advancing your career within a forward-thinking organisation.
The Role
As Building Services Manager, you will take ownership of the design and delivery of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services across projects. You'll lead the coordination of outsourced design, oversee installation, and ensure delivery aligns with programme, cost, and quality targets.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing M&E consultants and subcontractors through design, installation, testing, and commissioning phases
- Leading the development and coordination of building services design on projects and bids
- Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and promoting safe design principles
- Identifying and mitigating design risks while maximising opportunities
- Supporting procurement and appointment of M&E designers and consultants
- Developing and managing design programmes, deliverables, and information release schedules
- Coordinating statutory approvals and third‑party requirements (e.g. utilities)
- Reviewing designs for buildability, sequencing, and coordination
- Conducting site inspections to ensure installations meet design intent
- Driving high‑quality standards across subcontractors and ensuring specification compliance
- Building strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders
- Managing design changes with a strong commercial awareness
About You
- Qualified in Building Services Engineering (HNC/Degree or equivalent)
- Proven experience in a Building Services or M&E role, ideally with a main contractor
- Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and Scottish Technical Standards
- Solid understanding of health & safety practices within construction
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and construction programmes
- Strong grasp of buildability and construction methodology
- Analytical mindset with excellent problem‑solving skills
- Confident communicator, capable of engaging with senior stakeholders
- Commercially aware with experience managing design change processes
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on major, high‑value projects across the UK
- Long‑term career progression within a stable and growing organisation
- Flexible/agile working arrangements where appropriate
- Ongoing training and development, including structured career pathways
- Support for professional memberships
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary package
- Generous annual leave, with option to purchase more
- Pension scheme
- Private medical options
- Employee assistance programme (24/7 support)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Corporate discounts
- Share save scheme
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