Job Description:

Electrical Construction Manager – Data Centre

Location: Docklands, London
Rate: £380–£420 per day DOE
Contract: Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to join a major data centre project in Docklands.

The successful candidate will oversee electrical construction activities, managing subcontractors, programme, quality and safety through installation, testing, commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day electrical construction activities and subcontractors.

• Oversee HV/LV installations, power distribution, containment, cabling, ICT and fibre infrastructure.

• Coordinate electrical works with mechanical, CSA, design and commissioning teams.

• Manage programme delivery, labour, materials, permits and site logistics.

• Monitor progress, productivity, quality, health and safety compliance.

• Review technical drawings, RAMS, ITPs and construction documentation.

• Resolve technical issues, manage inspections, snagging and commissioning readiness.

• Attend coordination meetings and report progress to senior management.

Requirements

• Previous Electrical Construction Management experience on data centre projects essential.

• Ideally 5–7+ years' electrical construction/site management experience.

• Strong knowledge of HV/LV distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators and critical power systems.

• Experience managing electrical subcontractors and major installation packages.

• Good understanding of testing, commissioning, QA/QC and handover.

• Strong programme management, coordination and leadership skills.

• SMSTS and appropriate ECS/CSCS card required.

• Electrical trade qualification or relevant engineering qualification.

Long-term contract opportunity on a major data centre development, offering £380–£420 per day depending on experience.