ppbFreelance Technical Manager – MEP /b /ppbAmerica's Cup, Naples, Italy /b /ppbAugust **** – January **** (Initial 6-Month Contract with Extension Potential) /b /ppArena Group is seeking an experienced Technical MEP Manager to join our America's Cup project team bin Naples, Italy /b.
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.
/ppThe 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.
/ph3What you'll do /h3ulliLead all MEP activities from project initiation through to final handover and demobilisation.
/liliReview technical drawings, specifications and project requirements to prepare BOQs, budgets and procurement plans.
/liliSource, evaluate and manage Italian MEP suppliers, subcontractors and service providers.
/liliNegotiate supplier quotations and undertake commercial evaluations to ensure best value and project profitability.
/liliCoordinate and supervise installation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and associated building services across multiple project locations.
/liliManage day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and in accordance with approved designs.
/liliCoordinate utility applications, temporary service connections and authority approvals with local providers and regulatory bodies.
/liliLiaise with project stakeholders, consultants, contractors, suppliers and client representatives throughout the project lifecycle.




/liliMonitor project progress, costs, variations and commercial performance, providing regular reporting to the Project Director.
/liliLead testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of all MEP systems prior to occupation and operational use.
/liliEnsure full compliance with Italian regulations, industry standards and health safety requirements.
/liliOversee preventative and reactive maintenance of all MEP installations throughout the operational period of the event.
/liliSupport project close-out activities, including documentation, handover records and final accounts.
/li /ulh3What we're looking for /h3ulliDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
/liliMinimum 8 years' experience in MEP construction, building services or project delivery environments.
/liliProven experience managing MEP works from concept through construction, commissioning and operational support.
/liliStrong knowledge of Italian MEP suppliers, subcontractors, procurement processes and local construction practices.
/liliExperience coordinating multiple subcontractors and driving delivery on fast-track projects.
/liliStrong understanding of LV electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire alarm and fire protection systems.
/liliAbility to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
/liliExperience preparing BOQs, evaluating quotations and managing project budgets.
/liliKnowledge of Italian building regulations, permitting requirements and authority approvals.
/liliProficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
BIM coordination experience is advantageous.
/liliStrong planning, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
/liliFluent English required; Italian language skills highly desirable.
/li /ulpbLocation: /b Naples, Italy /ppbContract Duration: /b Initial 6 months with potential extension based on project requirements and performance.
/ppbStart Date: /b Immediate /p /p #J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Freelance Technical Manager - Mep (Napoli)
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