Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Our client, a leading organisation in the construction and building services sector, is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join its London-based team. This permanent role will provide technical leadership and assurance across the electrical scope, from design development and procurement through to installation, testing and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the coordination and management of electrical design information, resolving technical queries and ensuring compliance with project requirements
Manage electrical procurement packages, including supplier selection, technical evaluations, submittals and long-lead strategies
Review and approve electrical shop drawings, material submittals and method statements
Plan and track electrical works, identifying risks, labour requirements and recovery actions
Oversee on-site electrical installations, ensuring quality, productivity and compliance with specifications and statutory requirements
Manage electrical material take-offs and procurement schedules
Lead electrical BIM coordination, including clash detection and resolution
Own electrical quality assurance and quality control processes, including ITPs, inspections, testing and NCR closure
Lead electrical testing, commissioning, factory acceptance tests and integrated systems testing
Work closely with project managers, construction teams, design consultants, specialist subcontractors and internal technical management

Job Requirements:

Significant experience in electrical engineering within construction, building services or complex building projects
Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, installation systems and project delivery
Experience managing electrical works across relevant RIBA stages
Understanding of design coordination, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning processes
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act, statutory requirements and construction compliance
Experience with electrical BIM coordination and clash resolution
HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline
Valid CSCS card
SMSTS and a degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering would be advantageous
Strong leadership, communication, organisation and problem-solving skills

Working Environment:

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile construction project within a collaborative, technically focused team. The successful applicant will work in an environment that promotes health, safety and wellbeing, teamwork, trusted partnerships and personal responsibility
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed