Engineering Manager

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Engineering Manager

Department: Site - Office Buildings

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London Bridge City (Site)

Compensation: GBP 68,000 - GBP 75,000 / year

Description

MAPP is the UK's leading specialist in commercial property and asset management, with over GBP 30bn+ of property under management for a variety of UK and overseas Fund Managers, REITs and other property owners.

MAPP believes that property management can be a force for good. That's why we make buildings work, not just for profit, but for people and the planet too. MAPP has created V1.0, V2.0, V3.0 and V4.0 framework of Property Management, to help clients and occupiers navigate the new landscape, and to ensure we deliver a fully integrated and holistic approach.

Most job descriptions read like a recipe without a clear picture of what the final product looks like. We want to give you a picture of who we are and the role we are looking to fill. If this position excites you, and you think you could make a difference at MAPP, do apply, even if you don't satisfy every single criterion. We want to work with people who are awesome in an organisation that makes a difference, do a job that adds value and be rewarded for all our effort in a great place to work.

At MAPP, we want to make the real estate industry a career path where everyone feels both welcome and wanted. We're proud of our progress so far, but we're constantly reevaluating how we can make sure the best people, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexuality, nationality, background or neurodiversity, can see themselves excelling at MAPP.

Our MAPP values underpin everything we do. We were the first national real estate consultancy in the UK to become a B Corp. We want you to learn and grow, to challenge yourself and be the best you can be. As an organisation, we are growing, and have done so for the last five years. We promote about 10% of our office-based roles in a year. We have fun together with events and opportunities to connect, grow and learn with charity days and fundraising events for our communities, as well as study days that broaden our professional horizons.

This role gives you the opportunity to be a part of our effort to do something a little bit special in property management, and we would love for you to apply. We are always on the lookout for great character - that is what makes us MAPP people. If that is you, we would love to meet you!

Title, Team and Role Summary

Title : Engineering Manager
Team : London Bridge City

Who Does This Role Report Into? Head of Engineering

Role Summary / Purpose and ScopeThis is an incredible opportunity to work in one of London's most iconic business and lifestyle destinations, welcoming millions of visitors annually and working within a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

This role will support the technical team with delivery of engineering and technical services at this prestigious property, which overlooks London and the Thames. It will support the Estate Director in delivering first-class property management as a part of the High Profile Central London Estate team.

The role is ideally suited to someone with initiative, drive and exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A client and customer-facing role, the Engineering Manager will establish, implement and maintain effective management systems and procedures for the delivery and continuity of service of the Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Vertical Transportation and IT Infrastructure Services to the Estate portfolio, its residents, retail and commercial occupiers and visitors, while protecting and enhancing the owners' assets.

The Engineering Manager contributes to the management of Health, Safety and Wellbeing for all users of the estate. The role is also responsible for identifying and delivering commercial, technical, and operational solutions involving the design, delivery and implementation of MEP and VT asset replacement strategies and projects.

Skills, Knowledge and Values

Skills (People & Technical)

• Carry out regular checks of critical plant operation, safety and compliance and general housekeeping within plant room areas.
• Review of the MEP and VT asset registers to ensure that they are up to date and inclusive of all equipment
• Review service partners' reports and any quotations and proposals as necessary.
• Review service partner's proposals and switching schedules for electrical shutdown works to ensure optimum level of service to Occupiers and systems.
• Ensure compliance with all current legislation and recommended standards, to include: Reviewing service partners' risk assessments and ensuring they are up to date and appropriate to building and maintenance tasks.
• Ensuring Pressure Vessel Written Scheme is up to date.
• Ensuring service partners' Emergency Lighting Log Records up to date.
• Management of Water Treatment regime ensuring that Water Treatment Manuals are up to date. Manage status of Lift Inspections and report via Lift contract management meeting minutes. Ensure that all statutory inspections are carried out by the due date and manage/monitor progress of actions via external reports spreadsheet attached to appropriate minutes and risk management system is kept up to date
• Assist the Head of Engineering and Property Managers in their preparation and management of engineering service charge budgets, to include procurement as per MAPP's policies
• Analysis and management of all engineering data/reports, ensuring that appropriate action/follow up is achieved. Identify & agree specialist consultant roles and review consultants brief on a regular basis. Manage other audit reports. Review actions/progress and monitor monthly via external reports spreadsheet attached to M&E contract management minutes.
• Manage and eLogbook PPM system, ensuring information, plant history, drawings and technical information is accurate and up to date. Update and maintain the base-build asset register. Ensure drawing and O & Ms are updated to reflect any changes carried out to the installed systems.
• Support to Property Management with Permit to Work systems and review method statements where appropriate. Liaise with Property Management and Occupiers regarding operational and technical matters such as plant shutdowns
• To prepare contract documentation to include tender documents, agreements and specifications. Manage tender procedures. Analyse tenders. Undertake post-tender interviews. Produce Expert management memoranda and draft Management Approval Process (MAP) papers for the owners. Manage contractors closely during mobilisation periods and through to completion
• Advise the Head of Engineering & Operations Director immediately of any potential threats or reputational damage, major incidents or accidents resulting from an issue with the technical aspects of the estate. Report on any tenant related issue or any issue that could or will involve the HSE or EHO.
• Monitoring statutory and internal compliance, including meeting MAPP policies and procedures, RICS and ISO standards and any statutory timelines and escalation requirements

Values & Behaviour

• Exhibition of MAPP Values :Avoid Ambiguity, Appreciative, Adventurous, Authentic and Accountable
• Self Management including showing initiative, being proactive and meeting deadlines
• Embracing Change including Technology
• Engaging with the Big Picture
• Great service delivery including working in partnership with internal and external individuals and good communicating in written and verbally
• Achieving Results and Prioritise Work including attention to delivery to all stakeholders
• Innovative Solutions and Problem Solving
• Developing Self and Others and willing to Learn
• Interpersonal and Relationship skills capable of communicating at various levels including meetings with occupiers, client, supplier and wider stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communications including report writing

Experience and Salary

Level of Experience / Certifications:

• Previous Engineering Management experience
• Suitable engineering / building services qualification.
• Preferably member of professional body such as CIBSE, IET, IWFM.
• NEBOSH certificate preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience of the mechanical and electrical services industry and key factors affecting it.
• Proven experience in the management of maintenance contracts and supervision of contractors.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, tenants, service providers and contractors.
• Excellent managerial and interpersonal skills with a proven track record in managing change. • Extensive knowledge of operating Microsoft Office applications.
• Extensive experience of managing services to an agreed budget.
• Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative.
• Good understanding of property management.
• Excellent communications skills, both orally and in writing.
• A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of legislative health & safety requirements in relation to MEP services, L8 and MEP services.
• Excellent time management skills with ability to respond to client/contract deadlines.
• Fully conversant with Electrical installation and current IEE regulations.
• Experienced in the planning and delivery of MEP projects.

Working Hours: 9am - 5.30pm Monday - Thursday & 9am - 5pm Friday
Salary Range (Based on Experience)
GBP 68,000 - GBP 75,000 per annum, depending on experience.