Electrical Project Manager

Overview

We are partnering with a rapidly growing building services contractor that specialises in integrated mechanical, electrical, and HVAC solutions. This business has a strong track record in highly regulated environments such as healthcare and education sectors, and is now scaling its electrical division.

• Plan, manage, and oversee electrical projects (power, lighting, fire, security, data) in commercial and regulated sectors.
• Coordinate with design teams, clients, subcontractors, and internal disciplines (mechanical, BMS).
• Monitor project progress and drive continuous improvement, ensuring deliverables meet quality and compliance standards.
• Provide regular project reporting: budget, cost control, risk assessment, change management.
• Oversee health & safety on site; ensure works comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Manage procurement of materials and subcontractors: negotiate contracts, maintain supplier relationships, track delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a project team of engineers, site staff, and subcontractors.
• Conduct site meetings, inspections, and progress reviews; proactively resolve issues.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive capacity planning, resource forecasting and business growth within the electrical division.

• Proven experience (minimum 5+ years) in managing electrical projects in the M&E / building services sector.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems: power distribution, lighting, fire/security systems, data networks.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, education) would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Competent in budgeting, cost control, and commercial management.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make decisions under pressure.
• Qualified to degree or HND level in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, PMP, or construction management) are a plus.
• Full UK driving license.

• Be part of a fast-growing business: their electrical division is expanding rapidly, driven by strong demand and recent financial growth.
• Work on high-profile and socially important projects (especially in public sector / healthcare).
• Opportunity to influence and shape processes within this relatively new electrical arm of the organisation.
• Collaborative culture that values quality, sustainability, and professionalism.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits aligned with project size and responsibility.