​Lead Engineer

Lead Engineer – Holborn, London - FM Service Provider – Up to £50,000 per annum

CBW are currently recruiting for a Lead Engineer to work in a corporate building based in Holborn, London.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a prestigious, high-specification corporate environment in the heart of London, supporting a well-established on-site facilities team.

The building offers a modern, technically advanced workspace and a professional setting with a strong focus on quality and service delivery.

The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day maintenance operations while supporting the delivery of a comprehensive Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme.

Working closely with a dedicated on-site engineer, you will coordinate and oversee all mechanical and electrical (M&E) services across the building, ensuring systems operate efficiently and to the highest standards.

With significant overtime available and a 1-in-2 call-out rota, this position provides strong earning potential within a fast-paced, high-profile environment.  

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage agreed KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor
• Arrange and oversee specialist subcontractors
• Manage reports and site logbooks in partnership with the Contract Manager and Supervisor
• Ensure all documentation is current and audit-ready
• Attend client meetings as required
• Lighting: small installations, fault-finding, lamp replacements, etc.
• Carry out emergency lighting and fire alarm testing
• Air conditioning maintenance: AHUs / FCUs (filter changes, cleaning, basic checks)
• Monitor and adjust BMS as required (e.g., hot/cold calls)
• Maintain all statutory compliance requirements

• Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00
• Overtime available 

• Electrical or Mechanical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• Multi-skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background
• Client-facing, professional and presentable
• Hard-working, honest and reliable