Building Services Manager (Energy/Renewables) - #2085922

Overview
Hays are partnering with a leading Tier 1 civils and construction contractor to appoint a Building Services Manager to oversee Battery Storage and Windfarm projects in GB.

With over 75 years' experience delivering landmark projects across the UK and Ireland, this organisation has a strong reputation for safely delivering large-scale developments where quality, coordination, and programme certainty are critical.

This role will involve providing technical support to site teams, ensuring that Building Services and associated electrical and utility infrastructure are designed, installed, and commissioned to required standards in a timely and efficient manner. Projects will primarily focus on battery energy storage (BESS) and wind farm developments, alongside wider infrastructure works.

The position will involve regular travel to GB, with a hybrid working model combining site presence with home or office‑based working when appropriate.

Your new role

• Managing delivery of utilities and electrical infrastructure to meet programme constraints
• Managing pre-construction activities and deliverables associated with Building Services subcontract packages
• Ensuring coordination with other design disciplines, including civil and structural teams across energy/infrastructure projects
• Overseeing and reviewing electrical services design, including interfaces with external networks
• Liaising with DNOs and utility providers to support grid connection and approvals
• Ensuring BWIC detailing is accurate and timely
• Managing technical approvals to ensure compliance and acceptance
• Providing technical support to site teams regarding M&E installations and commissioning
• Ensuring installation standards are adhered to and compliant with contractual requirements
• Regular reporting on KPIs
• Supporting preparation of documentation for testing, commissioning, and handover
• Building and maintaining relationships with the Building Services supply chain and stakeholders
• Driving continuous improvement across projects

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant qualification (Degree/HND) in Building Services, Electrical or related discipline, or 8+ years industry experience
• Proven experience delivering Building Services packages on infrastructure, energy, or large-scale construction projects
• Experience working on battery storage, wind farm, or similar energy projects is highly desirable
• Understanding of HV systems and grid/DNO connections is advantageous.
• HV Authorised Person (AP) training beneficial
• Self-starter with the ability to work within a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial awareness
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland as required

What you'll get in return
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 contractor offering long-term career progression and exposure to complex, high‑value works. In return, you'll receive a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 34 days annual leave
• Car Allowance
• Company share scheme
• Pension plan
• Health cash plan and GP anytime service
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies
• Retail discounts and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Occupational health provision and annual wellbeing events
• Accommodation costs and travel allowance are fully covered.

What you need to do now
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