Every modern building depends on a complex network of engineering systems working together seamlessly, from HVAC and electrical networks to plumbing and mechanical infrastructure, to deliver a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for occupants. Managing these systems effectively requires more than technical knowledge alone; it demands a structured approach to maintenance planning, system integration, and lifecycle management that keeps building services running reliably while controlling operational costs. This specialized training course examines the technical and managerial aspects of building services engineering, covering HVAC systems, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure, and the preventive maintenance practices that sustain building performance over time. This course is delivered by The British Academy for Training and Development through the Building Services Engineering and Facilities Maintenance Management Training Course, a program designed to build strong technical competence and maintenance management skills among professionals responsible for the engineering systems that keep buildings operational. Throughout the program, trainees explore how leading facilities teams manage building services engineering functions, structure preventive maintenance programs, and coordinate system performance to protect asset value and occupant safety.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core principles of building services engineering and management.
• Apply technical knowledge of HVAC systems within facilities operations.
• Manage mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems effectively.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for building services.
• Identify common failures and reliability issues within engineering systems.
• Apply energy efficiency principles to building services management.
• Ensure compliance with technical and safety standards governing building systems.
• Coordinate engineering service contracts and technical support providers.
• Apply performance monitoring techniques to building services operations.

Target Group

This course is designed for a wide range of professionals working in facilities and engineering management, including:

• Building services engineers and technical facilities managers.
• Maintenance managers and engineering supervisors.
• MEP coordinators and building systems technicians.
• Facilities managers responsible for technical operations.
• HVAC and mechanical systems specialists.
• Electrical and plumbing systems supervisors.
• Property and asset managers overseeing engineering functions.
• Anyone seeking to build technical expertise in building services management.

Foundations of Building Services Engineering

• Scope and role of building services engineering within facilities management.
• Overview of core building systems and their interdependencies.
• Relationship between building services management and overall FM strategy.
• Key stakeholders involved in building services operations.
• Industry standards and codes governing building services engineering.

HVAC Systems Management

• Principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Common HVAC system types used in commercial and residential buildings.
• Managing HVAC performance, comfort, and indoor air quality.
• Identifying common HVAC faults and reliability issues.
• Energy efficiency considerations in HVAC system operation.

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Systems

• Overview of mechanical systems within building operations.
• Managing electrical systems, distribution, and safety requirements.
• Plumbing systems: water supply, drainage, and sanitation.
• Coordinating MEP systems for integrated building performance.
• Common challenges in managing multi-disciplinary MEP operations.

Preventive Maintenance Planning

• Principles of preventive maintenance within building services.
• Developing maintenance schedules for HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Using condition monitoring to support preventive strategies.
• Balancing preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance approaches.
• Documentation and recordkeeping for maintenance activities.

Electrical Systems and Safety Management

• Overview of electrical distribution systems within buildings.
• Managing electrical safety and compliance requirements.
• Preventive maintenance practices for electrical infrastructure.
• Identifying and addressing electrical system faults.
• Emergency power systems and backup infrastructure management.

Plumbing and Water Systems Management

• Overview of plumbing systems within commercial and residential buildings.
• Managing water supply, drainage, and wastewater systems.
• Preventive maintenance strategies for plumbing infrastructure.
• Identifying common plumbing failures and reliability risks.
• Water quality and hygiene considerations in building systems.

Energy Efficiency in Building Services

• Identifying energy consumption patterns across building systems.
• Strategies for improving HVAC and MEP energy efficiency.
• Role of building automation systems in energy management.
• Balancing energy efficiency with occupant comfort and safety.
• Reporting energy performance and identifying improvement opportunities.

Performance Monitoring and Contractor Coordination

• Key performance indicators for building services operations.
• Monitoring system performance and reliability over time.
• Managing engineering service contracts and technical vendors.
• Coordinating specialist contractors for system repairs and upgrades.
• Reporting building services performance to management and stakeholders.