Senior Electrical Engineer - Data centre - East London

Join one of the UK's leading data centre contractors as a Senior Electrical Engineer on a flagship data centre project in London. In this role, you will be part of a progressive and highly respected contractor with a strong track record of delivering complex, technically demanding projects across multiple sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer looking to establish or further develop their career within the rapidly expanding London data centre sector, which continues to experience significant long-term investment and demand. With a strong pipeline of secured projects, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued growth and the successful delivery of major projects across London and the UK.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a proactive approach, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions across sectors such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, commercial, and mission-critical projects. Previous data centre experience would be highly beneficial, although candidates with experience across other large-scale industrial, commercial, or mission-critical projects will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain accurate project engineering reports to monitor progress, key milestones, technical deliverables, and deadlines in support of the wider project team.
• Review and become fully familiar with all design documentation, IFC drawings, specifications, and technical requirements to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project scope.
• Oversee the design coordination process and work closely with BIM teams to develop detailed installation drawings in accordance with project specifications and programme requirements.
• Support the installation and delivery teams in maintaining the highest quality standards on site, ensuring all works comply with relevant UK regulations, standards, project specifications, and quality procedures.
• Review subcontractor and supplier tender submissions to assess technical compliance with the project design intent, specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Work closely with the project, commercial, procurement, and construction teams to ensure all engineering activities, including procurement, technical submissions, installation, and commissioning, remain aligned with the overall project programme.
• Manage the technical submittal process, including technical submissions, RFIs, approvals, technical queries, and document tracking, ensuring all information is submitted and approved within the required timescales.
• Ensure all electrical installations are completed in accordance with project specifications, UK standards, QA procedures, inspection and testing requirements, and commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate and manage electrical subcontractors and suppliers, maintaining effective communication and ensuring works progress in line with the project programme and weekly coordination requirements.
• Attend and contribute to design, technical, coordination, progress, and commissioning meetings, ensuring actions are effectively managed and closed out.
• Identify and implement innovative engineering methods and processes that improve efficiency, quality, safety, and project delivery.
• Assist with the preparation of subcontractor and supplier tender packages in conjunction with the commercial, procurement, and quantity surveying teams.
• Support the project team during testing, commissioning, and handover, ensuring all electrical systems are fully tested, documented, and delivered in accordance with project requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' experience working with a recognised electrical contractor on large-scale construction projects.
• Previous data centre, mission-critical, industrial, pharmaceutical, or large-scale commercial project experience would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and technical coordination.
• Good understanding of relevant UK electrical regulations, standards, specifications, and health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced construction environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in Navisworks and relevant engineering/project document management systems.
• Good understanding of project planning software, such as Primavera P6, along with experience working within CAD/BIM environments.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, BIM teams, commercial teams, and site management.

What's on Offer

• Competitive London-based salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, technically challenging data centre project in London.
• Exposure to major mission-critical and data centre infrastructure projects and leading industry professionals.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment focused on technical excellence, innovation, and professional development.
• Excellent long-term career progression and training opportunities within a rapidly expanding sector.
• Opportunity to develop your career within the UK's growing data centre and mission-critical construction market.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit your CV using the application link provided.