Electrical Works Manager

Overview

We are currently seeking an Electrical Small Works Manager in Manchester to take full cradle-to-grave ownership of small works projects typically ranging from £10k - £100k. This is a client-facing role for someone who enjoys managing multiple jobs at once, keeping delivery standards high, and building strong working relationships.

Our client is a growing North-West building services and maintenance contractor delivering mechanical and electrical engineering works alongside technically focused facilities management. They operate across private, public and commercial environments, supporting clients with end-to-end project delivery as well as ongoing maintenance to keep critical building systems safe, compliant and operational. Their engineering capability includes in-house design support and installation delivery, with projects managed from early design through to completion and defects.

With a strong order book and an expanding portfolio, they continue to win diverse work and invest in their operational team to maintain consistent standards around safety, quality and client service.

• Managing electrical small works from enquiry and survey through to delivery, completion and sign-off (typically £10k - £100k)
• Carrying out site visits and surveys for estimating, collating information and producing estimates (with support where required)
• Working alongside commercial on procurement, costs, contracts and insurance considerations
• Acting as a client-facing lead, attending site meetings and representing the business professionally
• Developing and managing client relationships, new and existing, in a proactive way
• Managing welfare, health & safety, quality, environmental standards and ensuring compliance on your sites
• Creating, reviewing and approving HSQE documentation in line with company procedures
• Auditing works undertaken by operatives and subcontractors for HSQE and financial compliance
• Signing off minor works certificates on a routine basis
• Supporting weekly scheduling, approving timesheets and assisting with invoicing queries
• Managing technical enquiries from clients and supporting issue resolution on live jobs
• Recruiting, supervising and developing direct labour and subcontractors, including inductions and training needs
• Reviewing supplier/subcontractor performance and reporting where required
• Ensuring site presentation, signage, vehicles, plant and equipment standards are maintained

• NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor experience / capability
• Proven experience managing electrical small works / minor projects in a building services environment
• Strong client-facing communication and the ability to manage multiple jobs concurrently
• Good understanding of programme, sequencing, cost control and operational discipline
• Strong working knowledge of HSQE requirements and site compliance expectations
• Comfortable producing estimates from surveys and liaising with supply chain for quotations
• Ability to lead, supervise and develop operatives and subcontractors
• Full UK driving licence

• Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Benefits package
• Long-term opportunity within a contractor that s winning new work and expanding year on year