Electrical Construction Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile life sciences project. Working for a leading M&E contractor, you will play a critical role in overseeing electrical subcontract packages on one of the industry's most technically advanced developments.

Key Responsibilities:

Take ownership of on-site electrical construction activities, ensuring compliance with project safety protocols in collaboration with the project safety team

Lead and enforce quality assurance (QA) procedures alongside the QA/QC team to maintain project standards

Support the management of the project schedule, tracking progress and reporting in line with overall project milestones

Oversee and monitor all costs associated with the electrical scope, including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor variations

Provide hands-on leadership for the daily site operations, ensuring smooth coordination of resources and delivery targets

Directly manage and align the electrical site team and disciplines towards common project goals

Oversee and coordinate subcontractor packages, tracking progress against schedule, validating manpower levels, and holding weekly coordination meetings with all package owners

Implement and manage the snagging/punch list process, ensuring timely input from supervisors and support to the QA/QC manager

Ensure accurate daily reporting of labour hours for both direct and subcontracted personnel

Chair and lead regular meetings including internal project reviews, coordination sessions, engineering updates, and handover discussions

Assist in project close-out activities, including handover documentation (O&M Manuals, Safety File, QA records), final account support, punch list resolution, and demobilisation of materials and equipment

Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Construction Manager within the electrical contracting industry

Proven track record managing large-scale projects, ideally within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, or cleanroom environments

Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction processes, and design-to-delivery workflows

Capable of managing subcontractor performance, coordinating multiple workstreams, and driving schedule compliance

Relevant trade background or third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Full, clean driver's license