Electrical Construction Lead

Location – Northumberland Role Overview The Electrical Construction Lead will lead the site delivery of the electrical package on a large-scale hyperscale data centre project. Reporting to the Project Director / Operations Director, you will manage electrical construction activities, subcontractors and site teams, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards. The role requires strong experience delivering complex electrical and critical power infrastructure within data centre or mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day electrical construction activities on site.Manage electrical subcontractors, site teams and multiple work fronts.Drive programme, productivity, quality and safety across the electrical package.Oversee installation of HV/LV distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, busbar, cabling and associated electrical systems.Coordinate electrical works with mechanical, CSA and other disciplines.Review drawings, resolve RFIs and identify construction or coordination issues.Manage short-term programmes and look-ahead schedules.Ensure electrical systems are completed and ready for testing, energisation and commissioning.Work closely with Commissioning and QA/QC teams through system completion and handover.Drive snagging, punch-list completion and construction close-out. Experience Required Previous experience as an Electrical Construction Lead / Manager on major projects.Strong knowledge of HV/LV distribution and critical power systems.Data centre or mission-critical project experience highly desirable.Experience managing electrical subcontractors and site teams.Strong understanding of construction sequencing, energisation and commissioning.Hyperscale data centre, DFMA and Lean Construction experience advantageous. To find out more information please contact Sean Hitchman on 07553 002453 / sean.hitchman@dornangroup.com Women @ Dornan: Our W@D Network through mentorship, development, and advocacy empowers women and promotes a more forward thinking construction industry. Dornan Strava Club: employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives. Be Yourself: We want everyone at Dornan to feel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive.