Technical Services Manager

Overview If you're an experienced technical or engineering professional with a background in building services and you're ready to take ownership of the operational and technical performance of a high-footfall retail environment, this opportunity in Sunderland could be the next step you're looking for. Your responsibilities will be: • Overseeing all technical services on site, including M&E, compliance, building fabric, and PPM • Managing a small technical team and delegating daily reactive and planned tasks • Owning the operational budget, including forecasting and service charge management • Leading on refurbishments, upgrades, and tenant fit-outs from design to contractor management • Driving health and safety performance and ensuring full compliance • Supporting the Centre Manager and engaging with key stakeholders to deliver an outstanding environment for occupiers and visitors This role offers the opportunity to: • Join a well-established and supportive on-site team • Take full ownership of technical delivery across a busy retail asset • Lead on key projects linked to leasing, tenant works, and asset improvements • Build strong working relationships with tenants, contractors, and key stakeholders • Influence operational performance and play a strategic role on site The right candidate will be: • Experienced in technical services or FM leadership within retail, leisure, or another customer-facing environment • Confident managing compliance systems, projects, and budgets • Qualified (or working towards) in IOSH or NEBOSH • Ideally electrically qualified or with strong M&E knowledge • A clear communicator, calm under pressure, and able to build trust quickly • Someone who is organised and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking roles Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience If this sounds like the right challenge for you, apply or send your CV to keira.spate@foundationrecruitment.com

Location: Sunderland, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025