Electrical Construction Manager

Job Overview * EU AND UK ENGINEERS ONLY We are seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to oversee all electrical construction activities on a major construction project. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the planning, coordination and delivery of electrical installation works on site, ensuring that activities are completed safely, to the required quality standards and in line with project programme and budget requirements. Working closely with the Project Manager, Engineering, Procurement, Commercial, Project Controls and Commissioning teams, you will manage site construction teams and subcontractors while acting as a key point of contact for construction-related matters. Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Planning • Support tendering and pre-construction activities, including reviewing project documentation and identifying construction risks. • Participate in constructability reviews and project handover assessments. • Work with engineering teams to ensure material take-offs and technical requirements align with the project scope. • Prepare and review labour forecasts, resource requirements and construction budgets. • Provide electrical construction input into project schedules and delivery plans. • Assist with the preparation and review of subcontractor scopes of work, ensuring responsibilities and interfaces are clearly defined. Construction & Site Management • Manage and coordinate all electrical construction activities on site. • Oversee electrical subcontractors, site teams and specialist contractors to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements. • Coordinate construction activities with other disciplines, particularly mechanical and other MEP packages. • Ensure efficient use of site labour, equipment and shared infrastructure. • Monitor site progress against programme milestones, identifying potential delays and implementing mitigation measures. • Coordinate construction design and installation issues with engineering teams. • Maintain regular communication with clients, consultants and project stakeholders. • Chair subcontractor coordination meetings and monitor contractor performance. • Coordinate interfaces with specialist equipment suppliers and owner-furnished equipment providers. • Ensure site teams are working from the latest approved construction and installation drawings. • Coordinate builders' work requirements with relevant construction and BIM teams. Quality, Health & Safety • Ensure all construction activities comply with project health, safety, environmental and quality requirements. • Monitor installation quality and coordinate inspections with QA/QC teams and client representatives. • Ensure construction teams and subcontractors maintain the required standards of workmanship and compliance. • Coordinate red-line drawings and as-built documentation throughout the project. • Support the resolution and close-out of quality issues and non-conformances. Commercial & Project Controls • Monitor labour, materials and subcontractor performance against agreed budgets. • Coordinate material requirements and additional material requests with engineering and procurement teams. • Support the preparation of material requisitions and requests for quotation. • Provide technical information and supporting documentation for variations and commercial assessments. • Contribute to project change management and progress reporting. • Provide regular updates on site progress, labour, materials, risks and potential programme impacts. • Escalate construction issues that could affect project delivery. Commissioning & Handover • Coordinate the handover of completed electrical systems to the Testing and Commissioning team. • Ensure installations meet project specifications and commissioning requirements. • Provide all required construction, quality and handover documentation. • Support the completion of as-built drawings and final project records. • Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Requirements • Electrical engineering background or relevant electrical trade qualification. • Minimum of 10 years' experience working on construction projects. • Previous experience in an Electrical Construction Manager or similar senior site-based role. • Relevant third-level degree or recognised trade qualification, such as an NVQ or equivalent. • Experience managing electrical subcontractors and site construction teams. • Experience managing labour resources, project schedules and commercial budgets. • Strong understanding of electrical construction, installation and quality requirements. • Competent in Microsoft Office and standard project management applications. • Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage competing site priorities. • Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills. Desirable Experience • Previous experience delivering data centre construction projects. • Time-served electrical apprenticeship. • Experience working on large-scale MEP or mission-critical construction projects. • Familiarity with BIM coordination and model navigation. What We Offer • Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications. • Opportunity to work on major construction projects. • Collaborative and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression. • A strong focus on teamwork, safety and work-life balance.