Full job descriptionCobalt Recruitment is working with a well-established property owner and investor to appoint a Senior Technical Services Manager for one of its flagship commercial assets. This is a client-side opportunity within a high-rise trophy building that sits at the premium end of the market, offering the chance to take ownership of the building’s technical operations within a fast-paced and highly visible environment. The role will play a key part in maintaining exceptional operational standards across the asset, while supporting a wider focus on occupier experience, sustainability, and long-term asset performance.
This position offers far more than day-to-day engineering oversight. The successful individual will work closely with senior property and asset management teams, helping to shape technical strategy, oversee major projects, and ensure the building continues to operate at the highest level. With significant investment into the asset and a strong emphasis on service quality, this role would suit someone looking to step into a prominent building where they can genuinely influence standards and performance.
Key responsibilities will include:
*Lead the delivery of all hard FM and technical building services across a high-rise commercial asset
*Manage engineering service partners and specialist contractors to ensure strong service delivery and compliance standards
*Oversee statutory compliance, technical audits, and risk management across all M&E infrastructure
*Monitor plant performance, asset condition, and lifecycle planning requirements
*Support service charge budgeting and expenditure relating to technical services and engineering works
*Review PPM programmes, technical documentation, RAMS, and contractor reporting
*Drive improvements around energy performance, sustainability initiatives, and operational efficiency
*Act as the main technical point of contact for occupier issues, critical incidents, and operational escalations
*Support refurbishment projects, fit-outs, and ongoing infrastructure upgrades within the building
*Maintain accurate compliance records and CAFM reporting systems
*Work closely with property management, asset management, consultants, and occupiers to maintain high operational standards
*Oversee critical systems including HVAC, BMS, electrical systems, fire safety infrastructure, and lifts
The successful candidate will have strong technical building services experience within commercial property, ideally across large-scale or high-profile assets. Previous exposure to client-side environments and multi-tenanted buildings would be beneficial, alongside a solid understanding of compliance, contractor management, and critical engineering systems. IOSH qualification is expected, with NEBOSH or additional technical qualifications viewed favourably. This role could suit an experienced Technical Services Manager looking for a more high-profile asset environment, or an established Senior Technical Manager seeking broader responsibility within a premium real estate asset.
If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV today as this role may interview & appoint before the closing date of this advert.