BUILDING SERVICES MANAGER - VENICE

Tailor&Fox – your HR Business Partner – on behalf of our Company Client, an international firm involved in a major luxury hotel development project in Venice, we have been appointed to identify the following professional profile:

BUILDING SERVICES MANAGER - Venice

Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering & Project Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, installation and ongoing technical management of all building services and technical systems. The role requires a strong technical background in Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems, combining engineering design coordination with hands-on site supervision, contractor and consultant management, and technical problem-solving. Based full-time on site (or at least 4 days), the role will focus on safeguarding the Owner’s interests by ensuring high-quality standards, compliance with project schedules and budget requirements, and adherence to applicable regulations and the standards established by the Owner and the hotel Operator.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the design and development of building services systems, with particular focus on Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) installations, ensuring that technical solutions, drawings and specifications meet project requirements, quality standards and applicable regulations.

• Review and coordinate MEP design documentation, ensuring proper integration between the different building services systems and associated builders’ works, as well as consistency with the architectural design and the hotel Operator’s technical and maintenance requirements.

• Supervise the installation and execution of MEP systems, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical installations, IT and Audio-Visual (AV) systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), Fire Safety (FS) systems and other specialist technical installations, ensuring compliance with approved designs and contractual requirements.

• Act as the main technical point of reference for building services matters, liaising with design consultants, engineering consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and timely resolution of technical issues.

• Maintain a regular presence on site, monitoring installation activities, inspecting works and identifying potential technical issues, defects or non-conformities, coordinating the necessary corrective actions with contractors and consultants.

• Troubleshoot technical problems and support the resolution of system failures, installation defects and operational issues, ensuring that appropriate engineering solutions are identified and implemented.

• Manage and supervise technical consultants and contractors, monitoring their performance, coordinating site activities and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements throughout the installation works.

• Monitor project progress against the construction programme, identifying potential issues and contributing to the timely completion of all relevant works.

• Support cost control and the management of design variations, assessing the technical feasibility of proposed changes, variation claims and opportunities to optimise costs and design solutions through value engineering.

• Oversee the transition from project completion to the operational phase, ensuring that all building services systems are properly handed over, documented and ready for operation and maintenance.

• Following project completion, supervise the ongoing maintenance and technical management of building services systems, monitoring their performance, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities and ensuring the proper functioning and reliability of all installations.

• Manage technical documentation and site reporting, providing regular updates on project progress, issues identified and recommended actions, while supporting the Owner in obtaining the necessary permits and approvals prior to the hotel opening.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.

• At least 8–10 years of relevant professional experience in MEP engineering, building services design, coordination and site management, preferably within complex construction, real estate or hospitality projects.

• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical installations, IT/AV systems, BMS, fire safety systems and specialist building services.

• Hands-on experience in site supervision, contractor coordination, technical troubleshooting and the resolution of installation-related issues and system failures.

• Experience managing and coordinating engineering consultants, MEP contractors and other technical stakeholders.

• Knowledge of building services and sustainability standards applicable to luxury hotels, including LEED standards, will be considered an advantage.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Fluency in Italian and English.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and Revit/BIM.

Personal attributes: Strong technical and analytical skills, organisational and coordination abilities, attention to detail, a proactive and hands-on approach, effective problem-solving capabilities and the ability to manage technical issues in a complex project environment.

Contractual Offer: Direct employment with the Client Company, with an indicative fixed gross annual salary range of €80,000 to €100,000.

Location: Venice, Italy (full-time on site, or at least 4 days).