Electrical Project Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 (Plus additional company benefits)
Location: Central London (Confidential)

Company Description

I am actively recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 M&E contractor whose turnover exceeds £100 million, delivering high-profile design and build project across the major project sectors across London and Europe with some of the most prestigious end user clients and main contractors. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are at the forefront of delivering complex, high-value schemes for blue-chip clients for the foreseeable future.

They are currently seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to play a pivotal role in the delivery of a highly discreet Ministry of Defence (MoD) project in Central London, valued more than £40 million MEP. This is a long-term opportunity, with further secured work on this site for the next 10 years. In this role, you will report directly to the Project Lead & Directors, overseeing all phases of construction from design to final handover while ensuring strict adherence to security and technical requirements.

This opportunity is ideal for a technically astute and process-driven professional who has successfully delivered large-scale design & build projects from inception to completion. You should have a background in Tier 1 M&E contracting or main contracting and experience in highly regulated environments, including nuclear, MoD, data centres, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or aviation sectors.

You should be results-driven, capable of managing client expectations, meeting tight deadlines, and ensuring a high-quality, engineering-led delivery. Given the sensitive nature of the project, discretion, security clearance, and strict adherence to compliance will be essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full on-site teams and subcontractors, driving project delivery in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Take ownership of client relationships, ensuring the project aligns with their objectives and requirements.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and completion from design to handover, coordinating with all project stakeholders.
• Hold regular progress, design, and commercial meetings with senior management to ensure key milestones are met.
• Maintain health and safety compliance across all project activities, ensuring the highest standards are always adhered to.
• Procure sub-packages, contracts, and materials, ensuring the project budget is managed efficiently and effectively.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 7 years' experience working as an Electrical Project Engineer within the M&E sector, with recent experience in high-value commercial projects.
• Proven track record of managing electrical packages for projects valued at £30 million MEP or more.
• Strong ability to manage client objectives and deal with design changes, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Experience in fast-paced, quality-driven environments, with an eye for detail and maintaining standards under pressure.
• Presentable and professional, with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to foster strong working relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders.

Remuneration Package

• Highly competitive salary of up to £90,000 based on experience and performance.
• Discretionary bonus based on personal and company performance.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Comprehensive private healthcare package and additional perks.