Freelance Technical Manager – MEP
America’s Cup, Naples, Italy
August 2026 – January 2027 (Initial 6-Month Contract with Extension Potential)

Arena Group is seeking an experienced Technical MEP Manager to join our America’s Cup project team in Naples, Italy. Reporting directly to the Project Director, this position will play a critical role in the delivery of temporary and modular infrastructure supporting multiple international team bases, including offices, workshops, technical facilities, storage spaces and hospitality environments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the complete MEP delivery lifecycle, from early planning and procurement through installation, testing, commissioning, operations and maintenance. This is a hands-on site-based role requiring strong technical expertise, supplier management capabilities and a thorough understanding of Italian MEP construction practices and regulations.

What you’ll do
Lead all MEP activities from project initiation through to final handover and demobilisation.
Review technical drawings,



specifications and project requirements to prepare BOQs, budgets and procurement plans.
Source, evaluate and manage Italian MEP suppliers, subcontractors and service providers.
Negotiate supplier quotations and undertake commercial evaluations to ensure best value and project profitability.
Coordinate and supervise installation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and associated building services across multiple project locations.
Manage day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and in accordance with approved designs.
Coordinate utility applications, temporary service connections and authority approvals with local providers and regulatory bodies.
Liaise with project stakeholders, consultants, contractors, suppliers and client representatives throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project progress, costs, variations and commercial performance, providing regular reporting to the Proje

📌 Freelance Technical Manager (Napoli)
🏢 Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia
📍 Napoli