Mechanical Site Manager Freelance
Rate: £300 £350 per day (CIS / Ltd)
Type: Freelance / Contract
Location: Eastbourne
A well-established M&E Sub-Contractor is seeking a Freelance Mechanical Site Manager to support delivery on commercial and education sector projects in Eastbourne. The initial scheme is a £1.7m refurbishment project, with a strong pipeline of follow-on works expected locally.
This is a hands-on site leadership role suited to an experienced Mechanical Site Manager who is confident running day-to-day operations, coordinating labour and subcontractors, and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.
Responsibilities
Manage daily mechanical site activities and installation programmes.
Supervise direct labour and specialist subcontractors.
Ensure compliance with H&S, RAMS, permits and safe systems of work.
Deliver toolbox talks, inductions and site briefings.
Monitor installation quality, snagging and defect close-out.
Liaise with the Project Manager, design teams and client representatives.
Coordinate materials, plant, deliveries and logistics.
Maintain site records, progress reports and as-built information.
Support commissioning and final handover activities.
Experience Required
Demonstrable experience as a Mechanical Site Manager / Supervisor on M&E projects.
Commercial or education sector experience desirable.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, pipework, plant rooms and mechanical services.
Ability to lead teams and maintain programme momentum.
SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred.
Strong communication and organisational skills.