Electrical Construction Manager - Data Centre Projects

Daniel Owen Ltd; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance or company car

Performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Annual training budget (HV, UPS, etc.)

Travel & accommodation support for on‑

Clear progression into Senior roles

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd in Reading is seeking an Electrical Construction Manager for data centre projects, delivering electrical installation through to commissioning, including HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, busbar and protection systems.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage programme performance, ensure safety, and drive milestones on hyperscale and mission-critical builds with precision and risk management.

Qualifications

• Electrical background with experience delivering large-scale M&E or mission-critical projects.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and data-centre electrical infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing electrical packages on complex builds in data centres or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Electrical delivery leadership - Own the electrical construction package from installation through to commissioning and client handover.
• Critical systems oversight - Manage HV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, busbar, containment, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Subcontractor management - Lead electrical subcontractors, supervisors, and direct labour to ensure safe, efficient delivery.
• Programme & logistics control - Short-term look-ahead planning, sequencing, labour allocation, materials management, and coordination with mechanical and architectural teams.
• Quality, testing & commissioning - Implement ITPs, conduct inspections, manage snagging, support energisation, IST, and final client acceptance.
• Safety leadership - Review RAMS, manage permits, lead toolbox talks, and uphold strict HSE compliance in a high-voltage environment.

Skills

Electrical expertise

HV/LV systems knowledge

Project leadership

Subcontractor management

Safety & RAMS

Education

Electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3+, City & Guilds, HNC/HND)

SMSTS/CSCS

First Aid at Work

Job description

Electrical Construction Manager - Data Centre Projects | Reading | £75,000-£95,000

As an Electrical Construction Manager within a data centre environment, you’ll lead the full electrical delivery across hyperscale, colocation, and mission‑critical builds. You’ll manage installation, testing, commissioning, and energisation of the systems that keep high‑availability facilities online - HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, busbar, containment, earthing, lighting, and all critical interfaces.

This role is for someone who understands that data centres demand absolute precision. You’ll coordinate subcontractors, drive programme performance, resolve technical challenges, and ensure every electrical milestone is delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical delivery leadership - Own the electrical construction package from installation through to commissioning and client handover.
• Critical systems oversight - Manage HV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, busbar, containment, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Subcontractor management - Lead electrical subcontractors, supervisors, and direct labour to ensure safe, efficient, high‑quality delivery.
• Programme & logistics control - Short‑term look‑ahead planning, sequencing, labour allocation, materials management, and coordination with mechanical and architectural teams.
• Quality, testing & commissioning - Implement ITPs, conduct inspections, manage snagging, support energisation, IST (Integrated Systems Testing), and final client acceptance.
• Safety leadership - Review RAMS, manage permits, lead toolbox talks, and uphold strict HSE compliance in a high‑risk, high‑voltage environment.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Electrical background with experience delivering large‑scale M&E or mission‑critical projects
• NVQ Level 3+, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent electrical qualification
• SMSTS/ CSCS Black or Gold card
• First Aid at Work
• Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and data‑centre‑specific electrical infrastructure
• Proven experience managing electrical packages on complex builds (data centres, industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or similar high‑resilience environments)

Desirable

• Experience delivering hyperscale or multi‑megawatt data centre projects
• IOSH or NEBOSH
• HV switching experience
• Familiarity with IST, FAT/SAT processes, and commissioning methodologies
• Experience with Tier‑rated facilities (Uptime Institute or equivalent)

Benefits

• Car allowance or company car
• Performance‑related bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Annual training budget (HV, UPS, commissioning, safety qualifications)
• Travel & accommodation support for project‑based roles
• Clear progression into Senior Construction Manager, Project Manager, or Electrical Lead roles on hyperscale builds