Mechanical Project Manager

Freelance Mechanical Project Manager – Wastewater Projects

Location: North Wales (multiple project sites)
Contract: Freelance (CIS) with the opportunity to become permanent
Rate: £450–£550 per day (CIS)

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join our team on a freelance basis, delivering a portfolio of new-build wastewater infrastructure projects across North Wales. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven project manager seeking a long-term contract with the potential to transition into a permanent position.

You'll take ownership of multiple mechanical projects from pre-construction through to commissioning, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing multiple new-build wastewater treatment and pumping station projects across North Wales.
• Planning and delivering projects safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification.
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist contractors.
• Managing procurement, project programmes, and resource allocation.
• Monitoring project costs, commercial performance, and reporting progress to senior management.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality requirements.
• Supporting commissioning activities and successful project handover.

About You

You'll ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within the water or wastewater sector.
• Experience delivering new-build wastewater treatment works, pumping stations, or process mechanical installations.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live schemes.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving ability.
• Full UK driving licence.

Preferred Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
• SMSTS.
• CSCS Card.
• First Aid at Work.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.

What's on Offer?

• £450–£550 per day (CIS), depending on experience.
• Long-term pipeline of wastewater projects across North Wales.
• Opportunity to work on major new-build infrastructure schemes.
• Immediate start available.
• Potential to move into a permanent role for the right candidate.
• Supportive and experienced project delivery team.

If you're an experienced Mechanical Project Manager looking for your next freelance opportunity with the security of long-term work and the potential for a permanent position, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

This version is written in a style commonly used by UK engineering and infrastructure recruiters and should appeal to experienced freelance Project Managers in the water industry.