Electrical Project Manager - Data Centre Construction

MiCiM; Woking; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Career development opportunities

Work on cutting-edge projects

Job summary

MiCiM, a specialist construction and project management firm, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join our UK team. You will coordinate MEP design, installation, testing and commissioning across mission-critical facilities, ensuring quality, safety and performance standards are met.

The role requires hands-on leadership on site, strong electrical engineering expertise, and a track record delivering data centre or hyperscale projects.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale MEP delivery on data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Senior/MEP Manager experience on hyperscale or colocation facilities.
• Strong knowledge of cooling tech and mechanical systems in data centres.
• Ability to lead meetings and engage stakeholders across trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site MEP activities with focus on electrical systems.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to deliver MEP packages.
• Review designs, method statements, and submittals for compliance.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and drive issue resolution to protect schedule/cost.
• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and handover processes.
• Act as key MEP contact with client, management team, stakeholders.
• Foster safety culture and ensure adherence to MiCiM and HSE requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

MEP management

Data centre cooling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

MiCiM is a specialist construction and project management, operating at the forefront of the mission‑critical sector. We partner with global clients to deliver high‑performance technical facilities across the UK & Europe.

About the Role

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong technical background to join our expert team in the UK. You’ll play a pivotal role in coordinating MEP design, installation, testing and commissioning, ensuring quality, safety and performance standards are achieved throughout

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP activities on-site with a primary focus on electrical systems
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery of MEP packages.
• Review technical designs, method statements, and submittals to ensure compliance with client specifications and data centre standards.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and drive issue resolution to maintain schedule and cost performance.
• Oversee installation quality and ensure robust testing, commissioning, and handover processes.
• Act as key MEP point of contact with the client, project management team, and key stakeholders.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to MiCiM and HSE requirements.

Required Skills

• Strong electrical engineering background with hands‑on experience in large‑scale MEP delivery.
• Proven track record as a Senior/MEP Manager, or similar role on data centres, high‑tech, pharmaceutical, or other mission‑critical projects.
• Excellent understanding of cooling technologies and mechanical systems typical of hyperscale or colocation data centres.
• Able to manage complex interfaces between trades and drive performance in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong communicator with the confidence to lead meetings, engage stakeholders, and represent MiCiM professionally.

Why MiCiM?

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package with performance‑based bonuses.
• Enhanced Paid Time Off (PTO): 24 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown.
• Career Growth: MiCiM offers robust career development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and progression within the company.
• Knowledge Sharing and Engagement: Share your expertise and engage with educational institutions and further education bodies to inspire the next generation.
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting‑edge projects with a company that values creativity and innovation.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our clients are industry leaders which means the projects we work on are often at the forefront of engineering excellence with respect to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well‑being with a supportive, family‑focused culture that includes enhanced benefits for mental health, neurodiversity, maternity, paternity, and menopause.
• Women in Construction: MiCiM is a proud co‑founding member of FWD -Forum for Women in Data Centres, as well as provide enhanced pregnancy, maternity, return to work and menopause benefits for our employees.
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies: We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, providing you with the support you need during important life events.
• Volunteering Leave: We encourage giving back to the community with 2 paid days of leave per year for volunteering activities of your choice.
• Comprehensive Training Programmes: Support your career progression with structured training programmes, including opportunities for chartership and professional memberships.
• Multiple Network and Committee opportunities with MiCiM to get involved with should you wish.
• Regular Leadership Engagement: Participate in regular communication opportunities with company leaders to stay informed and involved.