Data Centre Electrical Construction Lead

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to lead a large-scale data centre project in Dublin. You will coordinate design, construction, commissioning and client teams to ensure milestones are met safely and to the highest standards.

The role requires 7+ years in electrical construction, strong leadership, and hands-on site operations, QA/QC, and subcontractor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• 7+ years' experience in electrical construction with a focus on site management.
• Experience managing electrical systems on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, coordination, and programme delivery.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems, installation practices, and commissioning processes.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and drive project delivery.
• Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all electrical construction activities across the project lifecycle.
• Lead day-to-day electrical site operations in coordination with the wider project team.
• Ensure QA/QC processes are implemented and maintained to project specifications.
• Coordinate project schedules with Planners, PMs, subcontractors, consultants, and design teams.
• Manage electrical subcontractor performance, progress, manpower levels, and meetings.
• Ensure subcontractor documentation, including safety docs, is maintained and up to date.
• Attend and lead Site Meetings, Engineering Reviews, Planning Meetings, and Handover Meetings.
• Liaise with the design team to ensure construction information and submittals are issued on time.
• Review drawings, specs, and submittals for quality and buildability.
• Drive health & safety culture on site.
• Support commercial management by tracking variations and costs.
• Issue progress reports to senior management and project team.
• Manage electrical snagging and close-out activities.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical, design, and coordination issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Site management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Building Services Engineering

Job description

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to lead a large-scale data centre project in Dublin. You will coordinate design, construction, commissioning and client teams to ensure milestones are met safely and to the highest standards.

The role requires 7+ years in electrical construction, strong leadership, and hands-on site operations, QA/QC, and subcontractor management.