Technical Services Manager

Cobalt is recruiting for a Technical Services Manager to join a leading Managing Agent, taking responsibility for the technical management of a portfolio of prestigious commercial office buildings across London's West End.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced TSM with a strong building services background to take ownership of engineering delivery across several high-profile properties.

Working alongside Building Managers and Property Managers, you will act as the technical lead for the portfolio, managing M&E service partners, compliance, maintenance, projects and lifecycle works while ensuring each building operates safely, efficiently and to the standards expected of prime West End offices.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee technical and engineering services across a portfolio of prestigious commercial office buildings.

• Manage M&E and specialist contractors, monitoring performance against agreed KPIs and service levels.

• Oversee planned preventative and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical plant.

• Ensure statutory compliance and engineering-related health & safety requirements are maintained.

• Carry out regular technical audits and inspections across the portfolio.

• Review RAMS, permits to work and relevant technical and compliance documentation.

• Provide technical support and guidance to Building Managers and Property Managers.

• Oversee plant replacement, lifecycle, refurbishment and capital expenditure projects.

• Support the preparation and management of engineering, maintenance and lifecycle budgets.

• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, plant performance and building resilience.

• Manage relationships with clients, occupiers, consultants and service partners.

About you:

You will have previous experience as a Technical Services Manager, Technical Facilities Manager, Engineering Manager or similar, ideally gained within commercial property.

A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services, PPM, statutory compliance and contractor management is essential, alongside the ability to confidently manage multiple properties and stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Managing Agent and take responsibility for the technical management of a prestigious West End office portfolio.

Apply today with your CV or contact Cobalt for a confidential discussion.