Technical Services Lead
Technical Services lead The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing construction and refurbishment specialist based in London. This business has a clear five-year ambition: to become a recognised market leader in complex refurbishment and retrofit projects across London, delivering large-scale, technically demanding schemes in live and high-risk environments.
They are now seeking an experienced MEP technical leader to help shape the next phase of growth, strengthen technical authority, and support the company’s journey towards £40–50m annual turnover.
This is a rare opportunity to join a scaling contractor where technical leadership, revenue influence, and strategic impact are directly recognised and rewarded.
The Role Initially joining on a contract basis, you will act as the company’s MEP authority across complex refurbishment and retrofit projects, working closely with leadership to strengthen technical delivery, bid strategy, and commercial performance.
You will play a key role in:
Providing MEP leadership across complex refurbishment and retrofit projects
Supporting technical strategy and risk management across live construction environments
Strengthening technical credibility within client discussions and project bids
Improving margin control and project delivery outcomes
Supporting and originating new project opportunities aligned with growth plans
Growth & Career Pathway This role offers a clearly defined progression aligned with company growth.
Phase 1 – Contractor Period (0–12 Months)Day Rate: £600 per day
Review Points: Month 6 and Month 12
From day one you will be eligible for:
Discretionary company performance bonus
10% of net project profit on projects originated by you
Projects may qualify where you:
Introduce the client relationship
Act as the primary commercial relationship holder
Play a key role in securing the project
Phase 2 – Transition to Permanent Leadership (Post 12 Months) Subject to performance and alignment:
Title: Head of Technical Services
Salary: £120,000 per annum
Discretionary performance bonus
Continued 10% project profit participation
At this stage you will operate as a senior leader shaping both technical delivery and growth strategy.
Phase 3 – Director & Equity Pathway (18+ Months) For individuals demonstrating significant enterprise impact, there is potential progression to:
Technical Director
Equity participation
This pathway is based on measurable impact including:
Sustainable revenue origination
Profit contribution
Strategic leadership
Influence on the company’s growth trajectory
Equity participation would involve minority ownership with structured vesting and governance provisions.
What They’re Looking ForExtensive experience in MEP services within refurbishment or retrofit environments
Strong understanding of complex construction projects in live operational settings
Ability to contribute to technical strategy, commercial delivery, and bid leadership
Experience working with senior stakeholders and project leadership teams
Commercial awareness with the ability to support project origination and growth
Why This Role Stands OutA clear pathway from contractor to executive leadership
Direct participation in project profitability and enterprise growth
Opportunity to help shape a company targeting market leadership in London retrofit
Influence across technical delivery, strategy, and business growth
Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re a senior MEP technical specialist looking to influence complex projects and help scale a high-growth contractor, this role offers the opportunity to shape both the projects and the future of the business.