Site Manager - Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) in City of London

Job Title: Site Manager – Mechanical & Electrical (M&E)\\n Location: London\\n Rate: £250-£300 per day\\n Contract: 3 months (with strong potential to go permanent)\\n Client: Leading M&E Engineering Consultancy / Critical Environment Specialists\\n\\nOverview\\n\\nWe are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a proven track record in the design, delivery, and on-site management of Mechanical & Electrical installations. The successful candidate will oversee projects across Critical Environments, Commercial Developments, and Cat A & Cat B fit-out installations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.\\n\\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy with an expanding London project portfolio. After an initial 3-month contract, there is significant scope for the role to become permanent.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nOversee day-to-day site operations for M&E installation works.\\nManage subcontractors and ensure adherence to project specifications, quality benchmarks, and programme deadlines.\\nEnsure full compliance with health & safety regulations, carrying out toolbox talks, site audits, and risk assessments.\\nCoordinate with design teams, project managers, consultants, and client stakeholders.\\nReview and implement technical drawings and M&E plans.\\nMonitor progress, prepare site reports, and maintain effective communication with senior leadership.\\nLead on resolving site-based issues, ensuring minimal disruption to programme.\\nSupport commissioning, testing, and handover activities.\\nAct as the main site contact for quality control and installation standards.Skills & Experience\\n\\nProven experience as a Site Manager within M&E construction environments.\\nStrong background in delivering projects within Critical Environments (e.g., data centres, healthcare, mission-critical facilities).\\nDemonstrable expertise in Commercial and Cat A/B fit-out electrical installations.\\nSolid understanding of both Mechanical and Electrical building services.\\nAbility to read and interpret detailed technical drawings.\\nStrong leadership, communication, and organisation skills.\\nSMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid (preferred).\\nExcellent problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to project challenges.What's on Offer\\n\\n£250-£300 per day (depending on experience).\\n3-month contract with the opportunity for permanent employment.\\nChance to join an established consultancy with a strong project pipeline.\\nExposure to high-profile and technically challenging London-based projects