Lead Engineer

Lead Engineer – FM Service Provider – Moorgate, London - £55,000 per annum

CBW are working with a leading Facilities Management provider who are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to oversee engineering operations within a newly refurbished commercial building in Moorgate, Central London. This impressive corporate property offers a modern, high-quality working environment with upgraded building services and excellent occupier facilities, providing an exciting opportunity to take a leading technical role within a prestigious City location. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer with previous leadership experience to take responsibility for the day-to-day engineering delivery across a large, modern corporate environment. The building offers premium office accommodation, extensive external terraces, landscaped communal areas and first-class occupier facilities, supported by modern, sustainability-focused building services.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40-hour week)

Key Responsibilities

Act as the lead engineer on site, ensuring the efficient delivery of planned preventative and reactive maintenance
Provide day-to-day support and technical guidance to the on-site engineer
Coordinate and supervise specialist contractors carrying out maintenance and project works
Manage the permit-to-work system and review RAMS before works commence
Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety legislation and company procedures
Monitor service delivery through CAFM systems, ensuring maintenance records are accurate and up to dateCarry out fault finding, diagnostics and repairs across electrical and mechanical building services
Build and maintain strong working relationships with the client, occupiers and key stakeholders
Support small project works and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Assist the Account Manager with quotations, technical recommendations and contractor management
Monitor KPIs and SLAs, ensuring contractual obligations are consistently achieved
Carry out regular site inspections to maintain engineering standards and complianceRequirements

City & Guilds Level 2/3 (Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent recognised qualification
Previous experience as a Lead Engineer, Shift Leader or Senior Engineer within Facilities Management
Strong knowledge of commercial building services and M&E maintenance
Experience overseeing subcontractors and ensuring site compliance
Familiarity with CAFM systems and maintenance reporting
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
A proactive, organised approach with strong technical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently while supporting the wider contract team