Freelance M&E Manager

Salary: £300-£340 per day
Title: Freelance M&E Manager

Overview: 

They are seeking an experienced M&E Manager to oversee the mechanical and electrical elements of our projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery. You will play a key role in the successful execution of laboratory and healthcare construction schemes, managing subcontractors, coordinating design, and ensuring compliance with client specifications, budgets, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of M&E services across multiple projects within the laboratory and healthcare sectors.
• Coordinate M&E design, procurement, and installation, working closely with design teams, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with regulatory standards (HTM, HBN, healthcare, and laboratory compliance).
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover of M&E systems.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support across projects.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting for M&E packages.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance at all times.
• Build strong client relationships and represent the company professionally at all stages of project delivery.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, contributing to the growth of the M&E team.

Company

Our client is a fast-growing construction and engineering company specialising in delivering high-quality projects across the laboratory and healthcare sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and ambitious plans for expansion, they offer an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team where career development and progression are at the forefront.

Candidate requirements

• Proven experience as an M&E Manager (or Senior M&E Coordinator/Project Engineer ready to step up) within the construction sector.
• Strong background in healthcare, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or high-tech environments.
• Excellent technical knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate design teams effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a collaborative approach.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets.
• Relevant qualifications in mechanical/electrical engineering (HNC/HND/Degree).

Role benefits

• Competitive salary package with benefits.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge laboratory and healthcare projects.
• Clear progression pathway in a rapidly growing company.
• Training and professional development support.
• Collaborative and ambitious team culture.

Give us a call on 020 7002 7921 or drop an email to brian.macfarlane@cscrecruitment.co.uk and we can arrange a time that is good for you. If you decide after our conversation that you are happy where you are, then we absolutely understand.