Services Manager

Job Title

Services Manager - Building Services (MEPF)

Company

Tier 1 builder

Location

Near Ipswich, QLD

Sector

Commercial / Complex Infrastructure / Corrective Services

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

About this Well established Tier 1 contractor

Our client delivers major, complex, and transformative engineering and construction projects across Australia. Backed by global operational capability and local experience, they take pride in tackling technically challenging builds and delivering landmark operational facilities for our clients and communities.

Their projects generally range from a minimum of $100M to around $500M.

The Opportunity

The project at hand is a newly secured Correctional Centre project located near Ipswich.

To support the successfully awarded phase of this major infrastructure development, we are seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Services Manager to lead the planning, integration, commissioning, and execution of complex Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire, Security, and Specialist Services (MEPF).

This is a key site-based leadership role on a flagship QLD government/infrastructure asset, offering high visibility, technical complexity, and long-term security.

Key Responsibilities

• Services Integration & Coordination: Oversee and manage all building services, BIM/3D coordination, and technical design integration across Mechanical, Electrical, Fire, Hydraulics, and high-security / specialist systems.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Management: Lead the procurement, trade package scope definitions, and day-to-day management of MEP sub-contractors, ensuring strict adherence to schedule, safety, quality, and budget.
• Security & Specialized System Oversight: Drive the coordination of specialized security, electronic access control, perimeter, and operational services unique to secure facility environments.
• Design & Construct (D&C) Leadership: Review engineering drawings and specs, manage buildability issues, identify value-engineering opportunities, and resolve site clashes proactively.
• Commissioning & Handover: Manage the full testing and commissioning process through to practical completion, regulatory compliance, and seamless operational handover.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary technical point of contact for client representatives, external engineering consultants, local utilities, and project leadership.

About You

• Experience: Demonstrated track record as a Services Manager, Building Services Coordinator, or Senior MEP Engineer working with a Tier 1 or Major Tier 2 Main Contractor.
• Sector Background: Exposure to large-scale, highly services-intensive commercial projects (e.g., Hospitals, Correctional Facilities, Data Centres, Airports, or Laboratories/Research Facilities).
• Technical Qualifications: Degree or Diploma in Building Services, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant trade background with proven technical leadership experience.
• Strong Knowledge Base: In-depth understanding of Australian Standards, NCC/BCA compliance, security integration, and complex commissioning frameworks.
• Leadership & Communication: Outstanding negotiation, stakeholder management, and team collaboration skills, with a proactive hands-on approach on site.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: A prominent role on a marquee multi-million dollar infrastructure project with a clear delivery pathway.
• Competitive Remuneration: Highly competitive market base salary package + superannuation + site allowance.
• Stability & Pipeline: Long-term project stability in South East Queensland with a globally backed contractor.
• Culture: A collaborative, safety-first workplace culture that values diversity, practical innovation, and professional excellence.