HVAC Technical Engineering Manager

HVAC Technical Engineering Manager – Excellent Leadership Opportunity

Location :
Hertfordshire (office-based with site visits)

Salary : £43,000 – £47,000 DOE + Company Vehicle

Hours :
Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Employment Type

:
Full-time, Permanent

Our client, an industry-leading building engineering services provider with over two decades of proven success, is seeking a talented HVAC Technical Engineering Manager to join their expanding team. Known for delivering exceptional technical expertise, high-quality service and long-term engineering solutions, they are committed to improving building safety, efficiency and reliability across a diverse portfolio of sites.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that places people at the heart of its growth. The company offers regular in-house training, structured professional development, and genuine career progression—making it an ideal move for an experienced leader looking to step into a dynamic, impactful management role.

Reporting directly to the Director, the HVAC Technical Engineering Manager will take responsibility for leading and developing a multi-discipline engineering team, including mechanical, plumbing, heating, gas and HVAC engineers. You will oversee the delivery of planned preventative maintenance, reactive works, and small projects across a diverse portfolio, ensuring compliance, safety and high-quality service delivery.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, the ability to coordinate engineering resources effectively, and the confidence to provide expert advice to engineers, office staff and clients. You’ll play a key role in optimising performance, maintaining standards, and elevating customer satisfaction.

You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that prioritises professionalism, integrity and service excellence.

• Lead and develop the engineering team to deliver safe, compliant and reliable building services
• Oversee mechanical, plumbing, heating, HVAC and gas disciplines across the portfolio
• Prioritise workloads and allocate resources to meet operational demands
• Provide high-level technical support and mentoring to internal teams and third-party contractors
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date maintenance records for all assets
• Work closely with the Director to improve system performance and engineering outcomes
• Support a variety of engineering projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets and standards are met
• Prepare and complete quotations for maintenance works
• Deliver exceptional customer service, acting as a knowledgeable point of contact for clients

• A strong track record in a similar engineering leadership role
• Significant technical knowledge across HVAC systems and building services
• Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent hands‑on engineering experience
• Experience working with complex, public or listed buildings (desirable)
• Ability to remain calm, clear‑thinking and reliable under pressure
• Strong communication skills—capable of advising, negotiating and leading confidently
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) is advantageous
• Highly organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Clean UK driving licence and clean DBS required

• 43,000 – £47,000 basic salary (DOE)
• 40-hour week, Monday–Friday
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service)
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Laptop, phone / iPad provided
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (mental health support, counselling etc.)
• Annual performance reviews and development planning

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to step into a stable, people-focused organisation with strong values, long-term growth plans, and a supportive leadership structure