Mechanical Contracts Manager – Data Centres & Defence (Freelance) Cheltenham | £350–£450 per day CIS or LTD | Long-term freelance (temp-to-perm opportunity) If you’re a mechanical contracts or projects manager looking to step into a leadership role on cutting-edge data centre and secure MOD projects, this long-term freelance position could be a great fit. You’ll be based in Cheltenham, overseeing mechanical packages on highly technical, secure-site projects, with the option for the role to convert to permanent for the right person. The Role You’ll be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of mechanical packages across major data centre and defence projects, including: * Full financial and delivery responsibility for the mechanical works * Planning and overseeing delivery of chilled water systems, pipework, AHUs and associated HVAC infrastructure * Managing site delivery teams, subcontractors, plant and material logistics * Forecasting and reporting on cost, margin, and risk * Coordinating design, compliance, H&S and project documentation * Supporting both pre-construction and on-site phases through to commissioning and handover * Working closely with commercial, technical and client teams * Acting as the face of the contractor on site, maintaining and strengthening client relationships Pr...