An Engineering Manager keeps a building's engineering services safe, compliant and reliable, leading the in-house engineering team and the specialist contractors who support it.
The Engineering Manager Job Description Template gives employers a ready-to-edit framework for a senior building services appointment, covering the job summary, key responsibilities, qualifications and the personal qualities that make the role work.
The template positions the Engineering Manager as responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of all building engineering services across a site or portfolio, with a high level of mechanical and electrical expertise combined with people management and commercial awareness.
What the template covers
- Budget ownership across planned maintenance, reactive works and lifecycle replacement.
- Leading the planned preventive maintenance programme for M&E plant and building systems to SFG20 or an equivalent standard, and keeping the asset register accurate.
- Allocating work across engineers and technicians, giving clear technical direction and developing the team's skills and statutory authorisations.
- Planning and recording statutory and compliance testing, including water hygiene, fire systems, electrical testing, gas safety, lifts and pressure systems.
- Permits to work, risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
- Appointing and managing specialist contractors against agreed service levels.
- Lifecycle replacement and small capital projects, energy efficiency and support for net zero targets.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications
The template asks for a recognised engineering qualification (HNC, HND or degree) in building services, mechanical or electrical engineering, proven experience as an Engineering Manager, Chief Engineer or similar, strong knowledge of statutory compliance and PPM standards, and experience of managing teams, budgets and contractors. NEBOSH or IOSH and the 18th Edition wiring regulations are listed as desirable.
The About You section looks for a strong leader with sound fault-finding skills, the ability to balance planned works, reactive demands and projects, clear communication with non-technical stakeholders, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Designed to be adapted to your site, portfolio and reporting lines, the template gives you a clear starting point for an Engineering Manager job description.
Who this resource is for
Facilities Directors, Heads of Facilities, Heads of Engineering, Property and Estates leaders, HR professionals, Talent Acquisition teams and organisations recruiting an Engineering Manager or Chief Engineer for building services.
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