Electrical Manager/ Lead Preconstruction (Data Centres)
Location: Kildare (Office-based, limited travel)
Salary: €100,000 €120,000 + car allowance, health insurance & benefits
Sector: Data Centres (Main Contractor)
An international main contractor specialising in the delivery of hyperscale data centres and logistics facilities across Europe and North America.
The company is building a centralised electrical and MEP preconstruction team in Kildare to support its global project portfolio.
The Electrical Manager will take ownership of electrical preconstruction activities, supporting projects from tender stage through to construction readiness.
This is not a site delivery role; the focus is on design development, technical input, risk management, and commercial support during preconstruction.
You will work closely with mechanical preconstruction, CSA, designers, engineers, and bid teams on technically demanding data centre projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead electrical input during tender and preconstruction phases
Review electrical designs, specifications, and employers requirements
Support development of technical submissions, methodologies, and value engineering options
Assist with programme development, procurement strategies, and risk reviews
Engage with designers and specialist subcontractors during bid stage
Provide technical support during client presentations and interviews
Support transition from preconstruction to site delivery teams
Requirements
Strong electrical background with a main contractor or major MEP contractor
Extensive experience on data centre or mission‑critical projects
Proven involvement in tender‑stage or preconstruction activities
Solid understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, and commissioning strategies
Ability to work in a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary preconstruction environment
How to Apply
If interested, please forward your CV to Kevin Clair through this jobs board or contact Kevin Clair from KCM Recruitment on Linked In.
Your recruiter has 25 years construction recruitment experience.
Skills
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Construction
Data centers
Preconstruction
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