Building Services Engineering Site Management
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Leading the installation of complex environmental systems in construction projects.
Overview
Building Services are environmental systems in buildings such as electrical power, air conditioning, heating and lighting.
You’ll lead the installation of complex environmental systems in construction projects.
As a Site Manager in this field, your role title will vary, but will likely be Assistant Building Services Engineering Site Manager, Building Services Installation Manager or Project Engineer.
Top 5 Tasks
- Translating design information to construction teams
- Manage the productivity of the site
- Ensure project is safe, completed and to budget
- Ensure minimal negative impact on the environment and community
- Lead a team of people.
Salary
Assistant/trainee construction jobs in site management can earn in the region of £25,000 – £35,000, with those trained and experienced earning up to £45,000.
Senior or chartered Site Managers can earn in the region of £45,000 – £50,000
Salaries depend on location, employer and level of responsibility. Salaries and career options also improve with chartered status.
Am I Suited?
- Likes responsibility
- Leader
- Team player
- Creative
- Excellent communicator
Many Construction Managers and other construction professionals started their careers as apprentices.
Qualifications
As a school leaver, you can apply for a Modern Apprenticeship, after taking GCSEs, which should include English, maths and science or technological subjects. You can then study part time for an HNC or HND.
Once you’ve got your construction qualifications and some experience you can also become chartered. Becoming chartered means you have proved that you are highly experienced and skilled at doing your job. It is comparable to a bachelor’s degree and is recognised all over the world.
Becoming chartered can enhance your career, increase your salary and boosts the professionalism of your organisation.
