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Electrical Project Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 75,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, Greater London
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Electrical Project Manager – New Build Theatre, Olympia Redevelopment
West London | £75,000 – £80,000 per annum or £350 – £380/day CIS
Full-time, Permanent or Freelance
Flagship cultural project. State-of-the-art design. Electrical delivery at its highest level.
A leading M&E contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the electrical package on the construction of a landmark new theatre at the heart of the £1.3 billion Olympia redevelopment in West London.
The Olympia Theatre will be a five-storey, 1,575-seat venue designed by Haworth Tompkins Architects and operated by Trafalgar Entertainment. With a stacked auditorium, fully glazed foyer spaces, and cutting-edge performance infrastructure, the theatre is a flagship cultural destination within the wider development—scheduled to open in late 2025.
This is a technically demanding project requiring precise coordination, strong leadership, and hands-on involvement from early delivery through to commissioning and client handover.
Why this opportunity
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Lead the electrical delivery on one of London’s most prestigious new performance venues
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Secure, long-term programme with a committed client and structured contractor team
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Technically complex environment involving advanced AV, lighting, power and acoustic solutions
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Mixture of new build construction and high-end fit out
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Available as either a permanent or freelance appointment
Key responsibilities
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Manage the electrical package from construction through to final commissioning and handover
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Coordinate design development, programme tracking, labour forecasting and procurement
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Oversee subcontractors and ensure all works are completed to specification, safely and on schedule
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Manage quality control, testing, commissioning and handover documentation
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Act as main point of contact for the electrical scope—internally and with the client and professional team
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Maintain clear records of variations, manage cost control, and ensure timely reporting to commercial and senior management teams
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Lead the coordination of technical systems including power distribution, life safety systems, show infrastructure, controls and back-of-house services
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Ensure compliance with all statutory and project-specific health and safety requirements
What we’re looking for
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Proven experience delivering high-value electrical packages in complex environments
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Experience working on theatres, entertainment venues, performance spaces or similar live environments is highly desirable
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Excellent technical understanding of electrical systems, coordination, and commissioning
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Commercial awareness and experience managing programme, budgets and change control
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Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with clients, architects, consultants and trade contractors
Required certifications:
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SMSTS
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CSCS (Black or equivalent)
The package
Permanent:
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£75,000 – £80,000 per annum
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Company benefits and long-term pipeline of high-profile projects
Freelance:
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£350 – £380/day CIS (depending on experience)
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Full-time engagement through to project completion (late 2025)
This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a world-class venue—combining technical innovation, architectural excellence, and cultural significance.
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