Electrical Contracts Manager

Electrical Contracts Manager

PMK Ltd is a well-established electrical contracting business, providing electrical services for prestige clients in the Educational, Industrial and Commercial sectors throughout the UK & Ireland.

Due to our continued growth, we are seeking to hire an Electrical Contracts Manager to join our team!

The Electrical Contracts Manager will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of our electrical projects from inception to completion. This includes managing budgets, schedules, and compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The role involves coordinating teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring quality workmanship and timely delivery. Key duties include client liaison, procurement, cost control, and reporting on project performance. Strong leadership, technical knowledge of electrical systems and commercial acumen are essential.

• Strong understanding of:
  Electrical design and specifications
• Testing, inspection, and commissioning
• Health & Safety regulations (including CDM Regulations)
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and schedules
• Experience coordinating with consultants, main contractors, and suppliers
• Knowledge of fire alarms, emergency lighting, and LV systems

• End-to-end project delivery from tender to final account
• Programme planning and progress tracking
• Cost control, budgeting, and financial reporting to line manager
• Procurement of materials and subcontractors
• Managing variations and change control
• Preparing and agreeing final accounts

• Managing site supervisors, electricians, and subcontractors
• Allocating labour efficiently across projects
• Conducting site visits and toolbox talks
• Resolving site issues and disputes professionally

• Strong commitment to health & safety best practices
• Ensuring RAMS are prepared and followed
• Conducting site audits and inspections
• Ensuring works comply with: BS 7671, NICEIC standards, Company and client policies

• Client-facing role with strong relationship management
• Attending progress meetings and technical reviews
• Negotiating variations, and extensions of time
• Maintaining high levels of client satisfaction

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong reporting and documentation abilities
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Competent with MS Office and project management software

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Commercially aware and detail-oriented
• Calm under pressure
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Professional and reliable
• Experience working on large-scale or high-value projects
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification

• Electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• ECS / CSCS card (managerial or supervisory level)
• 5+ years experience in electrical contracting
• Proven experience managing multiple electrical projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical installations
• Solid understanding of the current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

• 30 days Annual leave
• Company Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan