ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Posted 09 September 2025
Salary Competitive
LocationLondon
Job type Temporary
Sectors Built Environment
ReferenceBH-39294

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer (Freelance)

๐Ÿ“ Location: Central London
๐Ÿ“… Contract: 3โ€“6 Months (Potential to Extend)
๐Ÿ’ท Day Rate: Competitive (DOE)
๐Ÿšจ Start Date: Immediate
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Project Values: ยฃ15M โ€“ ยฃ60M

Iโ€™m currently recruiting for a Freelance Electrical Project Engineer to join a Tier 1 M&E contractor delivering major projects across Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for an electrical engineer whoโ€™s confident managing large-scale MEP packages and can hit the ground running in a fast-paced, high-value project environment.
Youโ€™ll be working on projects ranging from ยฃ15Mโ€“ยฃ60M, with a strong likelihood of extension beyond the initial 3โ€“6 month term for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Overseeing electrical services installation on-site
  • Coordinating with subcontractors, consultants, and the wider project team
  • Managing technical submissions, procurement schedules, and RFIs
  • Attending and leading design and coordination meetings
  • Monitoring programme and reporting to project leads
  • Supporting commissioning and final handover phases
What I'm Looking For:
  • Strong track record as an Electrical Project Engineer on large-scale MEP projects
  • Excellent knowledge of LV systems, containment, lighting, fire alarms, and power distribution
  • Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings and technical documentation
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with solid coordination skills
  • Recognised electrical engineering qualification (HND/Degree)
  • CSCS or equivalent site certification
Why This Role?
โœ… High-profile Central London projects
โœ… Competitive day rate
โœ… Opportunity for contract extension
โœ… Work with a leading contractor and collaborative team

๐Ÿ’ฌ If you're available immediately or becoming available soon, Iโ€™d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or reach out directly for a confidential conversation
chloe.kearns@peoplegroup.com