Freelance Project Manager – Data Centre Location: Slough Contract Type: Freelance / Outside IR35 (subject to assessment) Project: New-Build Data Centre (M&E Delivery) Duration: 12 months (with potential extension) Reporting to: Senior Project Manager / Operations Manager Overview TXM recuit are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of a major new-build mission-critical data centre project in Slough for a sub contractor. The role is focused on managing Mechanical & Electrical packages, coordinating site activities, and ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards. This is a fast-paced, high-value engineering environment requiring strong leadership, technical capability, and excellent stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record delivering M&E packages on hyperscale or enterprise data centre projects. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day-to-day management of M&E works on a live data centre construction site. * Drive project programme, sequencing and short-term planning to meet critical milestones. * Manage coordination between Mechanical & electrical contactors. * Work closely with design teams to review drawings, resolve issues and manage design changes. * Ensure all installations meet the companys and client technical standards, specifications and QA requirements. * Lead the commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST) process alongside specialist teams. * Manage subcontractors, supervisors and site teams to ensure efficient and safe site operations. * Chair site coordination meetings and progress reviews. * Ensure installation works are properly resourced and materials are available in line with programme. * Proactively identify and resolve on-site issues, clashes or delays. * Review RAMS, permits and H&S documentation. * Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, statutory requirements and project protocols. Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience delivering M&E projects for main contractors or specialist building services contractors. * Previous data centre experience is essential (hyperscale preferred). * Strong technical understanding of electrical distribution, cooling systems, UPS, generators, containment and critical infrastructure. * Experience working with mission-critical commissioning processes (e.g. IST Levels 1–5). * Excellent organisational and programme management skills. * Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a high-pressure, fast-track environment. * Strong communication, reporting and stakeholder management abilities. * Self-motivated, proactive and capable of operating with minimal supervision. Qualifications * HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (preferred). * SMSTS or equivalent safety qualification. * CSCS Manager card. * First Aid at work * Commissioning or mission-critical certification (desirable). if you ae intersted in this role and would like more information please call chris on (phone number removed) or Click apply