Electrical Project Engineer

Job description

⚡ Electrical Project Engineer – South Wales (Cardiff / Swansea)

6‑Month Contract | Scope to Extend | Freelance | HV Projects

We’re supporting a major infrastructure contractor delivering high‑voltage projects across South Wales. They’re looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join on a freelance basis, working full‑time on site across the Cardiff–Swansea region. This is an initial 6‑month contract with strong potential to extend.

The role offers a 60/40 split between office and site, ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on delivery while staying close to design, QA, and project controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with design, engineering, and project management teams to deliver HV project scope and electrical requirements.
• Support construction‑issue designs and provide weekly feedback to improve quality and buildability.
• Lead subcontractor and site interface meetings to maintain performance and clarity of scope.
• Manage material approval requests and ensure all works comply with approved specifications.
• Take ownership of technical submittals during the construction phase.
• Attend and coordinate FATs with the project team.
• Conduct daily site inspections, resolve subcontractor issues, and ensure full H&S compliance.
• Review installations against design specifications and construction documentation.
• Raise, track, and close out QA/QC observations using platforms such as Procore or ACC.
• Establish and manage ITPs in line with programme requirements.
• Maintain the project MS Teams workspace, including weekly progress photo uploads.
• Coordinate procurement of electrical materials, equipment, and services.

Essential Experience

• Strong IT literacy and confidence using digital project platforms.
• AIS experience (Air‑Insulated Switchgear).
• DNO experience (working with Distribution Network Operators).
• Experience managing and responding to RFIs.
• Background in HV, utilities, or large‑scale electrical infrastructure.

If this role sounds like a strong match for your experience, please email william.bettley@g2recruitment.com with your CV attached so I can get in touch and discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wales

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English