Building Services Manager (Electrical Bias)
Posted Today by Skilled Careers
£400 Per day
Outside
Undetermined
City of London
Summary: The role of Building Services Manager (Electrical Bias) involves overseeing the electrical services package for a prestigious commercial development in Central London. The position requires strong leadership and coordination skills to ensure the project meets quality, budget, and compliance standards. The successful candidate will manage subcontractors and collaborate closely with various teams throughout the project lifecycle. This is a 12-month freelance contract with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the electrical services installation on site
- Oversee coordination between MEP disciplines to mitigate clashes and programme risks
- Monitor subcontractor performance, quality, and health & safety compliance
- Drive commissioning strategy and witness testing
- Ensure technical compliance with specifications and industry standards
- Support commercial teams with progress reporting and variation assessments
- Contribute to successful project handover and client sign-off
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Building Services Manager (electrical bias) on large-scale commercial developments
- Strong technical understanding of LV distribution, containment, lighting, fire alarms, BMS interfaces, and associated systems
- Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors and driving programme
- Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Relevant electrical qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
- SMSTS / CSCS (Black or White card preferred)
Salary (Rate): £400/day
City: City of London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Freelance Building Services Manager (Electrical Bias)
Central London | Prestigious Commercial Development | 12 Month Contract
We are seeking an experienced Building Services Manager (Electrical Bias) to join a flagship commercial development located in the heart of London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role on a high-profile, technically challenging scheme delivering exceptional standards of quality and performance.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Director, you will take full responsibility for managing the electrical building services package from coordination through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with the design team, main contractor, and specialist subcontractors, you will ensure seamless delivery in line with programme, budget, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the electrical services installation on site
- Oversee coordination between MEP disciplines to mitigate clashes and programme risks
- Monitor subcontractor performance, quality, and health & safety compliance
- Drive commissioning strategy and witness testing
- Ensure technical compliance with specifications and industry standards
- Support commercial teams with progress reporting and variation assessments
- Contribute to successful project handover and client sign-off
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Building Services Manager (electrical bias) on large-scale commercial developments
- Strong technical understanding of LV distribution, containment, lighting, fire alarms, BMS interfaces, and associated systems
- Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors and driving programme
- Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Relevant electrical qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
- SMSTS / CSCS (Black or White card preferred)
What’s on offer
- 12-month freelance contract
- Competitive day rate (DOE)
- Opportunity to work on a landmark London commercial scheme
- Immediate start available
For more information regarding the above role, please contact Stephen Tiigah – (url removed)