Electrical​/Controls Project Manager

Job Overview

The Electrical Project Manager will lead the delivery of electrical elements across MEP, decarbonisation, and heat pump installation projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent coordination skills, and the ability to manage projects from pre‑construction through to handover, ensuring high‑quality, low‑carbon engineering solutions.

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• Manage the electrical delivery of MEP and decarbonisation projects from planning through to completion.
• Oversee installation works including:
  • Electrical infrastructure upgrades
  • Power supplies and controls for heat pump systems
  • BMS interfaces, metering, and monitoring systems
  • Energy‑efficiency and low‑carbon electrical solutions
• Coordinate closely with mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration of heat pump and decarbonisation systems.

• Develop and manage project programmes, resource plans, and procurement schedules.
• Lead site coordination meetings and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders.
• Work with design teams to review drawings, resolve technical issues, and ensure buildability.

• Ensure all electrical works comply with relevant regulations, standards, and company procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure RAMS, permits, and inspections are in place.
• Oversee commissioning, testing, and certification of electrical systems.

• Support the commercial team with variations, change control, and progress reporting.
• Monitor project costs, labour productivity, and procurement performance.
• Assist in subcontractor management, including selection, coordination, and performance reviews.

• Act as the primary electrical point of contact for clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Provide regular progress updates and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ensure client expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.

• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within the MEP or building services sector.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems associated with heat pumps, renewable technologies, and decarbonisation projects.
• Excellent knowledge of BS7671, electrical regulations, and industry best practice.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and design information.

• Experience with public‑sector decarbonisation schemes (e.g., PSDS).
• HNC/HND or degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services.
• SMSTS, IOSH, or equivalent safety qualifications.
• Familiarity with digital project management tools.

• Be proactive and solutions‑driven, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident decision‑maker with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Able to build strong relationships and motivate site teams.
• Committed to delivering high‑quality, low‑carbon engineering solutions.

Our market‑leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee.

Salary Finance also offers competitive loans. When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices! We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well‑known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform.

And we have a cycle‑to‑work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie). We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their…