Electrical Engineering Lead

Dornan Engineering Services Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Services Ltd seeks an Electrical Engineering Lead to join a major project in London. You will provide technical leadership for the electrical engineering function across the project lifecycle, coordinating design, installation, commissioning, and handover activities while aligning with Dornan's vision and standards.

You will lead engineering teams, review designs for compliance, manage procurement, monitor progress, and drive HSE excellence on the site.

Qualifications

• Strong technical leadership as a lead electrical engineer.
• Experience in construction projects and electrical delivery.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Design and build project experience.
• Data centre experience preferred.
• Experience in managing other engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical engineering activities from design through to commissioning and handover.
• Provide technical leadership and resolve complex electrical engineering issues.
• Review electrical designs to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
• Manage procurement activities, including technical reviews and equipment approvals.
• Monitor engineering and site progress against project schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, consultants, and the supply chain to ensure successful delivery.
• Promote and maintain high Health & Safety standards across all project activities.
• Support commissioning, project close-out, and handover activities.
• Mentor and develop Electrical Project Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Junior Engineers.
• Drive engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the lead technical authority for electrical engineering matters on assigned projects.

Skills

Lead electrical engineering

Commercial awareness

HSE knowledge

Design & build

Data centre experience

People management

Job description

We are seeking a Electrical Engineering Lead to join a major 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.

The Role

The Electrical Engineering Lead will provide technical leadership for the electrical engineering function across the project lifecycle, coordinating design, installation, commissioning, and handover activities while ensuring Dornan's vision, mission, and values are delivered throughout the project.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical engineering activities from design through to commissioning and handover.

• Provide technical leadership and resolve complex electrical engineering issues.

• Review electrical designs to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.

• Manage procurement activities, including technical reviews and equipment approvals.

• Monitor engineering and site progress against project schedules.

• Coordinate with project teams, clients, consultants, and the supply chain to ensure successful delivery.

• Promote and maintain high Health & Safety standards across all project activities.

• Support commissioning, project close-out, and handover activities.

• Mentor and develop Electrical Project Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Junior Engineers.

• Drive engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Act as the lead technical authority for electrical engineering matters on assigned projects.

About You

Your Experience

• Strong technical knowledge within a lead electrical engineering role.

• Good commercial awareness within construction projects.

• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

• Design & Build Project Experience

• Data Centre Experience is preferable

• Experience in managing other engineers

Your Qualifications

• Previous experience working within the construction industry.

• Previous experience working in a similar role

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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.