Freelance M&E Manager

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.