Electrical Construction Manager

ewi Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Construction Manager to lead on-site delivery of turnkey data centre projects in Amsterdam. The role requires strong leadership of large site teams and a proven track record in M&E contracting.

You will develop detailed construction plans, manage equipment and subcontractors, ensure safety and quality, and keep projects on time and within budget for multiple European sites.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering qualification required.
• 8+ years experience in a similar M&E contractor role.
• Proven experience in managing large site teams.
• Data Centre experience is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Developing a detailed construction plan, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Coordinating the acquisition of equipment, ensuring they meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Managing contractors and subcontractors, ensuring safety compliance and timely work execution.
• Implementing quality control measures for installed equipment.
• Monitoring project costs and budget adherence, including equipment tracking.
• Overseeing project timelines to avoid delays and maintain schedule.
• Identifying risks and addressing issues affecting the construction project.
• Facilitating clear communication among client, contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Our client who is a dedicated data centre delivery partner providing turnkey solutions to clients They specialise in providing turnkey data centre solutions, providing services from design, through to construction across the full range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical services as well as commissioning.

They have grown to become the leading and most trusted company in our sector and the only dedicated data centre delivery partner in Europe.

They are currently constructing multiple turnkey data centre projects across Europe, equating to over 500 MW of IT load in flight.

We are recruiting an Electrical Construction Manager to work on site on our project in Amsterdam

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing a detailed construction plan, including scheduling and resource allocation
• Coordinating the acquisition of equipment, ensuring they meet the project's specifications and quality standards.
• Managing the contractors by overseeing their work, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing subcontractors when necessary.
• Implementing quality control measures to ensure that the installation of equipment items meets the required standards and specifications.
• Monitoring project costs and ensuring that the project stays within budget, including tracking equipment items.
• Overseeing project timelines and making sure that installation work is completed on time to avoid delays.
• Identifying and addressing potential risks and issues that could affect the construction project.
• Facilitating effective communication between the client, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding project progress.
• Maintaining thorough records of project activities, materials, and any changes or modifications to the project plan.
• Ensuring that the construction project adheres to all relevant building codes, permits, and legal requirements.

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

• Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years experience in a similar role, within an M&E contractor is essential
• Previous management of large site teams essential
• Data Centre experience is advantageous
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
• Proficiency in the use of MS programs is required.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.