Overview
The Electrical Project Manager will support a major gigaplant construction project, acting as the client's representative on-site to ensure the successful delivery of all electrical infrastructure installations. This role involves collaborating with contractors and various engineering teams to oversee the installation of high-voltage and low-voltage systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety guidelines. The position is crucial in facilitating a transformative clean energy initiative within the UK and will involve producing progress reports and maintaining key documentation.
Responsibilities
- Act as the client’s on-site representative for electrical construction and installation.
- Manage contractor performance, daily site activities, and interface coordination.
- Oversee installation of substations, switchgear, power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, and controls.
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, and method statements.
- Ensure compliance with BS 7671, UK building regulations, and safety standards.
- Conduct inspections, acceptance testing, and manage non-conformances.
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, automation, and commissioning teams.
- Provide weekly progress reports and maintain accurate site documentation.
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related discipline.
- Proven experience with HV/LV systems, plant utilities, controls, and commissioning.
- Experience in gigafactory, automotive, energy, or high-tech projects is advantageous.
- Strong stakeholder and contractor management skills.
- Proficient with MS Project and construction management systems.
- ECS / CSCS and SMSTS required; Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred.