Preconstruction Manager

Design Build Search; Kildare; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Pension

Bonus

Healthcare

Job summary

Design Build Search is seeking a Senior Electrical Pre-Construction Manager in Kildare to lead planning, coordination and technical development of major electrical packages for data centre and mission-critical projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical engineering expertise, pre-construction experience and the ability to collaborate with clients, consultants and internal teams to drive successful tendering and design development.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in electrical engineering or pre-construction.
• Experience with data centres or large MEP projects.
• Strong leadership and coordination with clients and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Construction Leadership: lead the pre-construction process from concept to design.
• Manage electrical pre-construction for major packages and tender input.
• Provide technical and commercial input for tender submissions.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Pre-construction experience

Data centre projects

Job description

Senior Electrical Pre-Construction Manager - Kildare

Design Build Search has partnered with a business known for its positive culture and quality projects. We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Pre-Construction Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and technical development of major electrical packages across data centre and mission-critical projects. This role is critical in defining scope, supporting tender activity, reviewing design information, and ensuring seamless transition into delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring strong electrical engineering expertise, pre-construction experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Construction Leadership
• Manage the electrical pre-construction process from concept stage through to finalised design.
• Technical & Commercial Input
• Provide electrical input into tender submissions, including scope breakdowns and technical commentary.
• Stakeholder & Team Coordination
• Act as the point of contact for electrical pre-construction discussions with clients, design consultants, and internal teams.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in electrical engineering, design management, or pre-construction within data centres, industrial, or large MEP-focused projects.

Benefits & Next Steps:

• Permanent Opportunity
• Competitive package including vehicle, pension, bonus, healthcare & more
• Available now
• Opportunity to shape complex mechanical packages at the earliest stage of major projects.

To discuss this position further feel free to contact Regina Fitzpatrick on 087 214 0636 or email an updated resume including projects and duties. Sponsorship not available for this role.