Building Services Manager

We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone.

Role: Building Services Manager

Location: Birmingham (SCC operate hybrid working, which comprises of a mix of office and home working)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Package: 37k - 39k plus large company benefits, a broad flexible benefits scheme, and 2 paid-for volunteering days a year

Hours: 9.00 am – 5.30 pm Monday – Friday

Interview Process: 2-stage process

• An inclusive workplace
• Excellent package: solid basic and company benefits
• Hybrid working & core hours in line with role requirements
• Career development and life-long learning opportunities
• Opportunity to join Europe's largest privately-owned IT Company

The purpose of this role is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all mechanical, electrical, and building services across the organisation’s portfolio. The postholder will coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, manage specialist contractors, and uphold statutory and mandatory compliance for HVAC, water systems, M&E services, and environmental standards. They will also lead and manage a team of maintenance staff, ensuring effective task allocation, performance oversight, and adherence to safety and operational procedures.

By maintaining high‑quality engineering performance, supporting ISO accreditation requirements, and promoting energy efficiency and sustainability, the role ensures that building systems operate reliably, cost effectively, and in line with regulatory and organisational expectations. The Building Services Manager acts as a key technical resource, providing guidance, oversight, and assurance to support safe, comfortable, and efficient environments for all building users.  

• Ensure suppliers are selected in line with SCC’s purchasing framework.
• Ensure compliance across M&E, HVAC, water, lifts, energy, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date statutory and compliance records.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained in line with legislation.

• Review and update PPM requirements for HVAC, M&E, and water systems.
• Oversee both in-house and external service contracts.
• Maintain proactive relationships with departments to ensure high-quality maintenance delivery.

• Manage and coordinate M&E contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor performance and suitability within the supply chain.

• Coordinate, monitor, and advise on maintenance standards, systems, and overall provision.
• Ensure delivery of cost‑effective maintenance solutions.

• Lead and manage a team of maintenance staff.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training.
• Allocate tasks and responsibilities based on skills and operational needs.
• Evaluate staff performance and provide feedback.
• Ensure staff adhere to safety protocols and regulations.
• Foster a positive, motivated, and supportive working environment.

• Produce monthly updates and performance reports.
• Maintain records for maintenance, supplier databases, contractor approvals, and safety compliance.

• Provide M&E/HVAC technical support during fit‑out works.
• Review installation plans and specifications for alignment with building and client needs.
• Inspect installations to verify compliance with standards and regulations.

• Review pricing for service works to ensure cost‑effectiveness.
• Assist in preparing service contracts, SLAs, tenders, and procurement specifications.

• Understand and apply H&S management procedures.
• Ensure projects and work activities meet building regulations and safety requirements.
• Implement measures to reduce energy waste and promote sustainability.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining ISO accreditations (9001, 14001, 20000‑1, 27001, 45001).

• Communicate technical and operational information to relevant staff and teams.
• Be flexible in undertaking duties and able to travel to all company sites as required.

• Solid knowledge of M&E, HVAC, and water systems maintenance.
• Understanding of building regulations, health & safety standards, and environmental sustainability principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Competence in evaluating contractor performance and technical compliance.

• Experience coordinating building services, engineering maintenance, or M&E operations.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers in a technical environment.
• Background working within compliance‑driven or ISO‑certified environments (desirable).
• Strong awareness of H&S procedures, including safe systems of work and risk assessments.
• Understanding of statutory and mandatory compliance for M&E, HVAC, water, energy, and environmental controls.

• Strong time‑management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to identify faults, assess issues, and propose effective engineering solutions.
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and service efficiency.
• Professional, reliable, and adaptable with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel across organisational sites when required.

SCC is committed to providing equal opportunities and a proactive and inclusive approach to equality and diversity in employment. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non-membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief.

If you are selected for interview, and need any reasonable adjustments made for your interview, please let the SCC Talent Acquisition team know, at the point of scheduling.

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