Electrical Construction Manager

Dornan Engineering Limited; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Limited in London seeks an Electrical Construction Manager to lead electrical delivery on a major Data Centre project. You will plan, sequence activities, supervise site teams, and ensure works meet programme, specifications, and safety standards.

You will drive site discipline, support commissioning and handover, and collaborate with subcontractors and client teams while developing apprentices on a fast-moving site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Construction Manager on Data Centre projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services (power distribution, lighting, containment, fire alarm, life safety).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical delivery on a major Data Centre project and coordinate with the Project Manager.
• Plan and sequence activities, supervise site teams, and ensure programme, quality, and safety standards.
• Support commissioning, handover, and collaboration with subcontractors and client teams.

Skills

Electrical project management

Data centre experience

Job description

At Dornan we are currently recruiting for an Electrical Construction Manager to join a major Data Centre Project in London. This is an opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile site, leading Electrical delivery and helping drive project excellence from start to completion. Your day will include: You'll join a hardworking, ambitious, and supportive team where your ideas matter and your development is genuinely prioritised. At Dornan, we invest in long-term career growth through structured progression pathways and continuous training support. Work closely with the Project Manager to coordinate and deliver electrical works to the highest standards. You'll help plan and sequence activities, support supervision of site teams, and ensure all works meet programme requirements, technical specifications, and Dornan's safety standards. Your work will span planning, overseeing labour and materials, monitoring progress, maintaining quality and compliance, and ensuring safe, efficient site
operations. You'll be involved in everything from short-term lookaheads and cost awareness to supporting commissioning, handover, and collaboration with subcontractors, suppliers, and client teams. You will also play a key part in maintaining site discipline, supporting apprentices, ensuring equipment and materials are effectively managed, and escalating any issues that impact productivity or scope. About You You bring proven experience as an Electrical Construction Manager on Data Centre projects. You have strong technical knowledge of Electrical building services - including power distribution, lighting, containment, fire alarm, and life safety systems - and the capability to manage subcontractors, workforce planning, and programme delivery in a fast-moving environment. You take ownership, communicate clearly, lead effectively, and are committed to continuous professional development. For a confidential discussion or to learn more about the role, please email (url removed) or call me
at (phone number removed) LI# AC1 Women @ Dornan: Our (email address removed) Network through mentorship, development, and advocacy empowers women and promotes a more forward thinking construction industry. Dornan Strava Club: employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives. Be Yourself: We want everyone at Dornan to feel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive