Building Services Manager – Life Science Project in Oxford
Are you an experienced Building Services Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality, innovative life science projects? A leading construction company is seeking a talented professional to oversee the MEP services on a major life science and commercial office development in Oxford. This exciting role offers an opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge project while aligning with a company that values safety, integrity, and client focus.
About The Project:
* Three life-science and commercial office buildings in Oxford.
Your Role: As Building Services Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction of MEP services for this project, ensuring the highest standards in time, budget, safety, and quality.
You will:
* Manage the MEP construction team and ensure compliance with project and company standards.
* Be accountable for the construction aspects of MEP services, including site management, programme, health & safety, quality, and commissioning.
* Foster strong relationships with stakeholders including clients, consultants, trade contractors, and other team members.
* Monitor project progress, identify trends and critical path risks, and ensure effective coordination between trades.
* Manage the Quality Assurance process, ensuring all trade contractors follow the agreed process for top-tier installations.
* Lead commissioning strategies, including IST approach, ATP’s, and Soft Landings.
* Work towards net-zero carbon transition by identifying and managing carbon emissions throughout the delivery of work.
Requirements:
* Proven experience managing MEP services on projects of £5m+ value.
* Strong knowledge in Building Services Engineering, installation and testing methods, and commissioning.
* Familiarity with construction sequencing, dependencies, and collaboration with other trades and build elements.
* Proficiency in planning and managing construction schedules, critical paths, and commissioning activities.
* Strong focus on safety and quality assurance processes, with an understanding of the necessary standards.
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and make decisions effectively.
* Relevant qualifications such as Trade/Technical Engineering apprenticeship, SMSTS, CSCS card.
* Experience within the life sciences or commercial sector is an advantage.
You’ll Also Have:
* A comprehensive understanding of the commissioning process, Cause & Effect, BMS functionality, and IST.
* Accreditation with professional bodies such as CIBSE, IET, IMechE, or CIOB.
* Strong analytical, presentation, and decision-making skills.
* A collaborative and innovative mindset with the ability to influence and guide teams to success.
* Formal Engineering or Construction qualifications (HNC, HND, BTEC, or equivalent).
Additional Information: We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options, where applicable, to accommodate the right candidate