Senior Technical Services Manager

Bristol | £60M Fit-Out Project

A leading specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to take a key leadership role on a major, high-value commercial fit-out in Bristol.

This is an opportunity to join a technically driven business delivering complex, design-led projects where MEP coordination, innovation, and quality are critical to success.

The Opportunity

You will act as the technical lead on a flagship project, overseeing the full lifecycle from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. This role offers real influence — both on project outcomes and the development of technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery across a large-scale, complex commercial fit-out
• Provide oversight of MEP design, coordination, and installation
• Manage and mitigate technical and design risk
• Drive design programmes, technical trackers, and interface management
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations, client requirements, and best practice
• Oversee commissioning, validation, and handover processes
• Support procurement and subcontractor technical evaluations
• Act as the senior escalation point for technical issues
• Mentor and support Technical Services Managers and junior staff

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in building services / MEP contracting
• Proven experience delivering large commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects
• Track record in a senior technical leadership role
• Deep understanding of UK Building Regulations and compliance
• Strong design coordination and problem-solving ability
• Experience with document control systems (e.g. Procore or similar)
• Confident in client-facing environments

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
• Experience on high-value (£30M+) projects
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams or projects



Why This Role?

• Work on a flagship £60M project with significant technical complexity
• Join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of work
• Play a key role in shaping technical delivery and standards
• Genuine opportunity to influence team development and future projects