Freelance M&E Manager

CSC Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced M&E Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical systems on a mid-sized project in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and 5-8 years of managing M&E works. Responsibilities include coordinating installation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing subcontractors. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years' experience managing M&E works in commercial fit-out or refurbishment.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Experience with design-and-build and fast-track fit-out environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all M&E works from design to completion.
• Liaise with design team, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Project management

Subcontractor coordination

Technical understanding of M&E systems

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Role Overview

The M&E Manager will oversee all mechanical and electrical building services on a mid-sized fit‑out project in Feltham. The role involves managing the coordination, installation, commissioning, and handover of all M&E systems to ensure they meet client requirements, statutory regulations, and project deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage subcontractors and interface with clients, consultants, and the wider project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all M&E works across the project lifecycle, from design to completion.
• Plan and oversee M&E installation sequences, ensuring alignment with construction and fit-out programmes.
• Liaise with the design team, consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical and coordination issues.
• Monitor M&E subcontractor performance, quality and progress on site.
• Ensure all works are delivered to the required standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate M&E commissioning, testing and handover documentation.
• Manage RFI (Request for Information) and technical query processes.
• Support procurement by providing technical input into M&E packages and reviewing supplier proposals.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to project reporting and progress updates.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations and company H&S procedures.
• Manage change control and assist in valuing variations related to M&E works.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or HNC / HND in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience managing M&E works, ideally within the commercial fit-out or refurbishment sector.
• Strong technical understanding of both mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, public health) and electrical (lighting, small power, fire alarm, data) systems.
• Proven track record in managing subcontractors and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with design‑and‑build and fast‑track fit‑out environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings, specifications and BIM models.
• CSCS (Manager level), SMSTS and First Aid certificates (preferred).

Key Attributes

• Proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Client-facing with good interpersonal skills.
• Commercially aware and able to balance technical and cost considerations.