Electrical Project Engineer

Robert Hurst Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Performance bonus

Travel allowance where applicable

Job summary

Robert Hurst Limited is looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to support delivery from design through handover in London and surrounding areas. You will work with project managers, design teams, subcontractors and clients to meet specifications, programme and safety standards.

The role requires strong coordination, technical reporting and knowledge of UK electrical regulations. A relevant engineering degree or HNC/HND and professional accreditation are desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Electrical Project Engineer or similar building services engineering role.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation systems, design drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant UK electrical regulations, standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders effectively.
• Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant electrical design or project management software.
• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Relevant site safety training and professional accreditation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical project activities from design development through installation and commissioning.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, technical submissions and equipment schedules.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers and site teams to resolve technical queries.
• Monitor project progress, technical compliance, quality and programme milestones.
• Assist with procurement, material scheduling, cost control and resource planning.
• Support the management of variations, technical risks and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical regulations, British Standards and health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, certification and final project handover.

Skills

Electrical project engineering

Design drawings

Technical reporting

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

MS Office

Electrical design software

Project management software

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering

Building Services Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Electrical design software

Project management software

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer

Location: London and surrounding areas

Salary: £50,000–£65,000 per annum, depending on experience

Benefits: Competitive package, including pension, performance bonus and travel allowance where applicable

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Role Overview

We are seeking a technically capable and organised Electrical Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of electrical installation projects from design and planning through installation, testing, commissioning and handover. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, design teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects meet technical specifications, programme requirements, quality standards and health and safety obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical project activities from design development through installation and commissioning.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, technical submissions and equipment schedules.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers and site teams to resolve technical queries.
• Monitor project progress, technical compliance, quality and programme milestones.
• Assist with procurement, material scheduling, cost control and resource planning.
• Support the management of variations, technical risks and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical regulations, British Standards and health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, certification and final project handover.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in an Electrical Project Engineer or similar building services engineering role.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation systems, design drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant UK electrical regulations, standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders effectively.
• Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant electrical design or project management software.
• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Relevant site safety training and professional accreditation desirable.

Salary and Benefits Package

• Pension: Employer contribution of 5% or above.
• Annual leave: 25 days plus UK public holidays.
• Travel allowance: Business mileage reimbursed or travel allowance provided where applicable.
• Private medical insurance: Included or available as an additional benefit