Building Services Office Lead

ReklutaġġHays Specialist Recruitment LimitedBristolreedippubblikat 20/08/2026
Meħtieġ:HealthTechLeadHybrid

Your new company Hays aredelighted to be partnering with a globally recognised engineering andprofessional services consultancy to recruit a BuildingServices Lead for their growing Bristol office.This is ahigh-profile leadership opportunity for an experienced Building Servicesprofessional who is passionate about technical excellence, business growth anddeveloping high-performing engineering teams. Joining a well-establishedmultidisciplinary practice, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the futureof the Building Services offering across Bristol, the South West and Wales. Working acrossdiverse sectors including commercial, healthcare, defence, education,transport, energy and advanced manufacturing, you will have the opportunity toinfluence complex and high-value projects while driving sustainable andinnovative engineering solutions.

Your new role

As BuildingServices Lead, you will take ownership of developing and growing the regionalBuilding Services capability, leading multidisciplinary teams and strengtheningclient relationships across the local market. You will act as avisible leader within the business, championing technical excellence,supporting work-winning activities and ensuring successful project deliveryacross a varied portfolio.

  • Provide strategic leadership for the Bristol Building Services team, driving growth, technical excellence and operational performance.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients across Bristol, the South West and Wales.
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary MEP engineering solutions across all project stages.
  • Take responsibility for project delivery, including programme management, technical quality, commercial performance and client satisfaction.
  • Support business development activities, bid preparation and fee proposals.
  • Lead, mentor and develop engineering teams, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
  • Champion sustainable, low-carbon and energy-efficient building services design.
  • Ensure compliance with UK regulations, industry standards and best practice.
  • Drive innovation through the use of digital engineering and BIM technologies.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Degree qualification in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Chartered Engineer status (CEng).
  • Significant experience leading Building Services engineering teams and projects within a consultancy environment.
  • Strong technical expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and/or Public Health Engineering.
  • Proven experience developing client relationships and securing new business opportunities.
  • Commercial awareness with experience contributing to bids, tenders and fee proposals.
  • Strong leadership,communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Knowledge of BIM and digital design tools such as Revit, Navisworks or similar.
  • A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.

What you'll get in return

  • Salary of £80,000 - £90,000
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Performance-related bonus opportunities
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
  • Generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase additional leave
  • Professional development and career progression within a globally renowned organisation
  • Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and building projects

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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