Construction Manager Industry: Data Centres / Electrical Infrastructure IR35 Status: Outside Length of Contract: 6-months Rate: (Apply online only) per day Location: UK / Acton The Role Vantage Consulting is seeking an experienced, electrically biased Construction Manager to lead site-based construction activities on a major data centre project. You will take ownership of construction delivery, overseeing electrical installations, mechanical interfaces, testing, commissioning verification and coordination between clients, contractors and project teams. You'll be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards, on programme and within budget. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement construction strategies to support successful project delivery. Manage site activities, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements. Oversee electrical construction works, including HV/LV systems, protection and control systems, metering, DC systems, panels, cabling and wiring. Coordinate subcontractors, contractors, field service teams and site resources. Manage project schedules, costs, risks and opportunities, ensuring delivery against agreed targets. Liaise with client representatives and internal project stakeholders to maintain effective communication. Oversee quality control, risk assessments and method statements. Support testing, commissioning and overall project execution planning. Lead and motivate site teams, including engineers and international personnel. Requirements Proven experience managing construction sites on large-scale projects. Electrical engineering background, with demonstrable industry experience. Experience within the data centre, high-voltage or electrical infrastructure sectors is highly desirable. Strong understanding of electrical installations, site safety and construction delivery. Relevant electrical engineering qualification, such as City & Guilds or equivalent. SMSTS, NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely qualification. Experience preparing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements. Proven ability to manage subcontractors, contractors and multidisciplinary teams. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. Good IT skills, a strong command of English and a full driving licence. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to take a leading role in the delivery of a major data centre construction project, working closely with project management, engineering and commissioning teams to achieve safe, high-quality and commercially successful outcomes. If you have a strong electrical construction background and the experience to lead complex site operations, we'd like to hear from you