Overview
In this role you will lead electrical delivery on a major London commercial project, guiding design, procurement, installation, testing and handover. You will collaborate with project management, design and supply chain teams to ensure safe, efficient delivery to high standards. You’ll troubleshoot electrical issues on site and mentor junior engineers, shaping outcomes on a high-profile portfolio. This is a chance to drive technical excellence within a global MEP contractor on a landmark scheme.
Pay / Benefits
- Accommodation
- Company benefits
- Career progression opportunities
- Training and professional development
- Long-term project pipeline
- Major London commercial project
Responsibilities
- Coordinate electrical design, installation and commissioning activities
- Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle
- Resolve electrical and technical issues on site
- Manage procurement from enquiry to delivery on site
- Monitor electrical works against the construction programme
- Coordinate with design teams, subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders
- Lead supply chain coordination meetings and track progress
- Review technical information, drawings and specifications
- Ensure installations meet project requirements and standards
- Support testing, commissioning and handover activities
- Prepare and review RAMS and maintain strong HSE standards
- Monitor quality and progress of electrical works on site
- Support project close-out, reporting and handover documentation
- Collaborate with Project Manager and wider team
- Mentor and support Junior Electrical Engineers
Key requirements
- Strong technical background in electrical engineering within construction
- Experience delivering electrical packages on large-scale commercial or complex projects
- Understanding of electrical design, installation and commissioning
- Strong commercial awareness within construction projects
- Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners
- Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Ability to manage technical issues and drive on-site solutions
- Previous experience with an MEP contractor is advantageous
- Experience on Data Centre, Mission Critical, Pharmaceutical or other technically complex projects desirable
- Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- Previous construction industry experience
- Relevant electrical engineering experience within a project environment
- strong communication
- coordination
- mentoring
- electrical design
- installation and commissioning
- procurement management
Senior Electrical Project Engineer – London employer: LJB & Co
As a leading MEP construction business based in Gatwick, London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive director packages, and ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within a supportive team environment. Join us to lead impactful projects in the data centre and mission-critical sectors, where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.
