Building Services Manager

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