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