At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major data centre projects from start to finish, ensuring top-notch electrical installations.
- Company: Join a leading M&E contractor with a strong presence in London and the South East.
- Benefits: Earn up to £120,000 plus car allowance, bonuses, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Great opportunities for long-term career growth and exposure to high-profile projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical project management and a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: London
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Our client, a leading M&E contractor with an established presence across London and the South East, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to support the delivery of major data centre and mission-critical projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of work, delivering complex electrical installations within technically demanding environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage electrical packages on data centre and mission-critical projects from inception through to completion.
- Coordinate design development, technical submissions and procurement activities.
- Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
- Oversee the installation of critical electrical systems including LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear and associated infrastructure.
- Monitor project performance against programme, budget and quality objectives.
- Lead client, consultant and subcontractor progress meetings.
- Manage project costs, variations, valuations and forecasting.
- Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with contractual requirements and industry regulations.
- Oversee testing, commissioning and integrated systems testing activities.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Produce regular project reports for senior management and clients.
- Ensure successful project handover and client sign-off.
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within an M&E Contractor or Building Services environment.
- Demonstrable experience delivering data centre, mission-critical or critical infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical understanding of:
- LV/HV Distribution
- UPS Systems
- Standby Generators
- Switchgear
- Power Distribution
- Containment Systems
- Earthing & Lightning Protection
- BMS Integration
- Strong commissioning and handover experience within critical environments.
- Excellent commercial awareness and contractual understanding.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Qualifications
- HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
- SMSTS.
- CSCS Black Card (or equivalent).
- First Aid (desirable).
- IOSH or NEBOSH (desirable).
Benefits
- Salary up to £100,000.
- Car allowance.
- Annual bonus.
- Pension scheme.
- Private healthcare.
- Long-term career progression.
- Exposure to high-profile data centre projects across London and the South East.
