Electrical Construction Manager

Core Group

Electrical Construction Manager – Life Sciences Project
Location: Cambridge, UK
Contract Value: £40M MEP
️ Project Type: Shell & Core + Lab & Office Fit-Out
Start Date: Immediate Start / Short Notice Preferred
Contract / Permanent Roles Considered

My client is currently seeking an experienced and driven Electrical Construction Manager to lead and oversee the electrical delivery on a high-profile life sciences project in Cambridge. This is a £40M MEP scheme involving complex laboratory and office fitouts, as well as shell and core works.

Role Overview:

As Electrical Construction Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing all electrical installation works on site, ensuring safety, quality, and programme are maintained. This is a technically challenging and rewarding role on a flagship development in the heart of the UK's growing biotech hub.

️ Key Responsibilities:

–         Oversee all site-based electrical construction activities from shell & core through to fit-out.

–         Manage subcontractors, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and programme.

–         Coordinate closely with mechanical, architectural, and client teams.

–         Report on progress, quality, and technical issues to senior management.

–         Ensure commissioning plans are followed and delivered on schedule.

–         Enforce and champion site safety and compliance.

Requirements:

–         Proven experience as an Electrical Construction Manager on complex MEP projects (ideally in life sciences, healthcare, or high-spec commercial).

–         Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, containment, cabling, distribution, and commissioning.

–         Experience on large-scale projects (£20M+ MEP preferred).

–         SMSTS, CSCS, and ideally relevant electrical qualifications (e.g. HNC, NVQ, or apprenticeship).

–         Able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

What’s On Offer:

–         Join a landmark life sciences project with national significance.

–         Work with a high-performing, collaborative project team.

–         Competitive rates and long-term project pipeline