Electrical Project Manager

Posted 21 October 2025
Salary £300 - £380/day
Start Date ASAP
LocationSouthampton
Job type Contract
Job DurationN/A
Discipline Management and Supervisory
ReferenceIG / Southampton

Job description

Electrical Project Manager

About the Project - 

We are delivering a high-specification hyperscale data centre development and are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the electrical package on a freelance basis. This mission-critical project involves managing all aspects of electrical delivery – from design coordination through to installation, commissioning, and client handover – within a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering large-scale data centre projects, with a strong technical grounding and exceptional attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities - 

  • Full management of the electrical scope from pre-construction through to completion

  • Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and in-house teams for all electrical systems

  • Oversee design coordination and ensure alignment with client specifications and project requirements

  • Liaise with the main contractor, consultants, and client stakeholders to ensure effective communication and smooth project delivery

  • Track and manage programme milestones, mitigating risks and driving progress

  • Manage procurement of specialist materials and long-lead equipment

  • Ensure health & safety compliance across all site activities, in line with CDM and RAMS requirements

  • Lead on system testing, commissioning, and witnessing to ensure operational readiness

  • Uphold quality assurance through rigorous inspections, snagging, and defect resolution

  • Maintain detailed records including progress updates, procurement schedules, H&S documentation, and cost tracking

  • Attend and lead project meetings, providing clear, actionable reporting to senior stakeholders

To Apply - 

Please submit your up-to-date CV and details of relevant project experience to be considered for this opportunity.