Electrical Construction Manager

Electrical Construction Manager

Location:

Blyth, North East England Sector:
Data Centres / Mission Critical Project: £10bn Hyperscale Data Centre Campus Our client is a leading international main contractor delivering some of Europe's most advanced hyperscale and mission-critical data centre developments. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to join the delivery team on a landmark £10bn hyperscale data centre campus in Blyth, North East England. This flagship development, one of the largest data centre campuses in Europe, will be delivered over the next decade and represents one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the delivery of all electrical construction activities across a major phase of the project, ensuring safe, high-quality and programme-driven execution from installation through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with Project Managers, MEP Managers, engineers, subcontractors, design teams and client representatives, you will lead electrical site delivery, coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces and drive programme performance across complex mission-critical electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of all electrical construction activities across the project Manage electrical subcontractors and site teams to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality delivery Oversee the installation of HV/LV systems, switch gear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, containment, lighting and associated electrical infrastructure Monitor construction progress and implement recovery plans where required Ensure all works comply with drawings, specifications, quality standards and client requirements Coordinate interfaces between electrical, mechanical, CSA, commissioning and logistics teams Manage site resources, construction sequencing and short-term planning activities Review and resolve technical queries, RFIs and design issues with engineering and design teams Drive health, safety and environmental performance across all electrical works Oversee inspections, testing, quality assurance, snagging and system completion activities Support commissioning teams through energisation, integrated systems testing and final handover Produce progress reports and attend client, subcontractor and internal coordination meetings Support commercial teams with change management, variations and programme reporting Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain programme objectives Requirements Proven experience as an Electrical Construction Manager on major construction projects Previous experience delivering hyperscale data centres, mission-critical facilities, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, industrial or major commercial developments Strong technical knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems and mission-critical electrical infrastructure Experience managing large electrical subcontract packages and multidisciplinary site teams Excellent understanding of construction sequencing, QA/QC, testing and commissioning processes Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline SMSTS and CSCS qualifications Experience working within complex, fast-paced construction environments Package Highly competitive salary  comprehensive package Rotation / Accommodation / Living allowance / Travel allowance Bonus / Car allowance / Private healthcare / Enhanced pension / Life assurance Long-term opportunity on one of Europe's largest hyperscale data centre developments This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most technically advanced construction programmes.

If you have a proven track record delivering complex electrical packages and are looking to play a leading role on a landmark £10bn, 10-year hyperscale data centre campus , we would love to hear from you.