Electrical Project Director

King & Moffatt Building Services; Oxford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider in Oxford is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Director to oversee the delivery of a complex, high-value project. The successful candidate will manage a team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving commercial performance. Candidates should have a proven track record with projects over £20m in value and strong leadership skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex Electrical projects exceeding £20m in value.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of UK building regulations, electrical systems, and construction methodologies.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the Electrical scope for a major construction project.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers, Engineers, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with all technical, safety, and quality standards.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Drive commercial performance, cost control, and risk management.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Report progress to senior leadership and provide strategic input on project direction.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial acumen

Knowledge of building regulations

Ability to manage teams

Job description

Operating for over 45 years, King & Moffatt Building Services provide complete Mechanical and Electrical services across all sectors of the construction industry including Industrial, Logistics, Food, Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Mining, Healthcare, Commercial, Hotel & Leisure, High-End Residential, Public, and Energy.

From design stage to the installation and the ongoing maintenance of their facilities, our valued and highly skilled workforce provide our clients with an efficient, reliable and best in class service.

A Deloitte Best Managed Company Award winner for eight years running, we pride ourselves on being a full building services solutions provider and have successfully delivered multiple large-scale projects in Ireland, the UK & mainland Europe.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Electrical Project Director to lead the delivery of a technically complex, high-value project. The successful candidate will oversee the full lifecycle of the project, ensuring technical excellence, commercial performance, and team leadership throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the Electrical scope for a major construction project.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers, Engineers, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with all technical, safety, and quality standards.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Drive commercial performance, cost control, and risk management.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Report progress to senior leadership and provide strategic input on project direction.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience delivering complex Electrical projects exceeding £20m in value.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of UK building regulations, electrical systems, and construction methodologies.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

At King and Moffatt, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion to drive innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. We strive to build a culture that celebrates differences, encourages open dialogue, and promotes equal opportunities for growth and advancement. By embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment, we not only strengthen our organisation but also enrich the lives of our employees and the communities we serve