Senior Project Engineer

Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Slough (Site-Based)

£70,000 - £75,000 + Travel Allowance + Company Car + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Pension + Holidays + Clear Progression + Major Data Centre Projects

Join a Tier 1 contractor delivering some of the UK's most technically advanced data centre projects. This is a standout opportunity for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to take ownership of complex electrical packages on large-scale, mission‑critical builds in the Slough area.

As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you'll be part of a growing Building Services team within a globally recognised business, working in a highly technical environment where your expertise in LV/MV systems, controls, and power infrastructure will be key to successful project delivery.

This role suits a Senior Electrical Project Engineer who wants to step into a position with real responsibility, working on major projects while developing towards senior leadership.

Your Role As A Senior Electrical Project Engineer Will Include:

• Managing technical, quality, safety, and engineering issues across pre‑construction and construction phases
• Overseeing LV/MV electrical packages including switchgear, generators, and power distribution systems
• Reviewing and driving value engineering solutions to optimise cost and performance
• Carrying out technical and commercial review of subcontractor tenders and producing bid analysis
• Coordinating procurement to ensure materials and subcontractors align with programme delivery
• Working closely with subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Supporting commissioning, testing, and handover of critical electrical systems

As A Senior Electrical Project Engineer You Will Have:

• Strong electrical engineering background within data centres / critical infrastructure / industrial projects
• Proven experience managing LV/MV packages across the full lifecycle
• Strong technical understanding of switchgear, generators, UPS, and electrical distribution systems
• Exposure to controls / BMS / power monitoring systems (ABB or similar highly desirable)
• Experience reviewing technical submissions and driving engineering solutions on site
• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to procurement and subcontractor management
• HNC / HND / Degree in Building Services or Electrical Engineering
• SMSTS and relevant H&S certifications
• Experience operating as an LVAP (or working closely within HV/LV environments)

Please contact Sonny on (phone number removed) for consideration.

Keywords: Senior Electrical Project Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, Building Services Engineering, LV Systems, MV Systems, Power Distribution Systems, Switchgear, Generators, LVAP, Low Voltage Authorised Person, BMS, Controls Engineering, ABB systems, Electrical Package Management, Pre‑construction & Construction Phases, Data Centres, Tier 1 Contractor, Building Services, Slough, London, West London, Berkshire, Reading, High Wycombe

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