Electrical Project Manager (Data Centres)

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.