Electrical Pre-Construction Manager / Electrical Project Manager

Electrical Pre-Construction Manager / Electrical Project Manager
Hybrid | London

Fit Out UK is looking for an experienced Electrical Pre-Construction Manager (or strong Electrical Project Manager ready to step into pre-con) to take ownership of the pre-construction phase on high-value retail fit-out and commercial projects.

You will shape projects from tender/enquiry through to a clean, risk-managed handover to the delivery team — ensuring technical excellence, commercial robustness and programme certainty.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the full pre-construction process from enquiry to project handover

* Review client requirements, drawings, specifications and contract documents

* Identify technical, commercial and programme risks and put clear mitigation in place

* Coordinate design development with consultants, specialist subcontractors and the client team

* Produce detailed programmes, resource plans and construction methodologies

* Ensure full compliance with BS 7671, Building Regulations, health & safety legislation and client standards

* Coordinate surveys, investigations and enabling works

* Liaise with statutory authorities and utility providers

* Prepare and present high-quality pre-construction reports and recommendations to senior management and clients

* Deliver a smooth, complete handover pack to the delivery/project management team

* Support business development through client meetings, bid support and tender presentations

What We’re Looking For

* Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services (LV distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms, power, controls, data, security systems)

* Proven experience as an Electrical Pre-Construction Manager, Electrical Estimator or Senior Electrical Project Manager within retail fit-out, commercial fit-out or building services

* Minimum 3 years’ experience in Electrical Pre-Construction and 3 years in Retail Fit-Out (required)

* Excellent commercial awareness and risk management skills

* Strong planning, procurement and programme management experience

* Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities

* Ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management / planning software

* Solid knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and current Building Regulations

What We Offer

* Competitive salary or Freelance Day Rate

* Exciting high-value retail and commercial fit-out projects

* Clear progression opportunities within a specialist fit-out business

* Hybrid working (London EC1V base)

Ready for your next move?
If you have a strong retail fit-out background and want to take ownership of pre-construction on major projects, apply now with your CV.

Apply today – click Apply or send your CV to be considered
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed