Electrical and Mechanical Planned Works Project Manager

Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking an Electrical and Mechanical Planned Works Project Manager to manage heating and electrical upgrades and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires a relevant HNC or extensive experience in the sector, with strong project and contract management skills needed. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, with applications from full time, part time, and job share candidates encouraged.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year)

Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programs

Private Health Care Options

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Paid volunteering days

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant post qualification experience in a mechanical and electrical planned installation environment is essential.
• Experience in social housing or related sector preferred.
• Driving license and access to own vehicle required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned heating and electrical upgrades to domestic housing stock and corporate properties.
• Lead the operational delivery of installation works program of Mechanical and Electrical services.
• Ensure contractors deliver service according to contractual requirements and Building Safety Act.

Skills

Membership of Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET or TMIET)

IOSH/NEBOSH general certificate

Good working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Contract management skills

Project management skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering or Building Construction / Building Surveying

Job description

• Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils
• Address: Great Wenham, Ipswich C07 6PS
• Salary: £45,091 - £52,413 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent

This role is open to full time, part time, and job share applications, all of which will be assessed equally.

Join our team

We are looking for an Electrical and Mechanical Planned Works Project Manager to join our Building Safety and Compliance Team.

If you share our values and you are motivated to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

Babergh and Mid-Suffolk District Councils have been through an exciting period of change, with the creation of a new Compliance Team within our Housing Directorate.

This new role will oversee the planned heating and electrical upgrades to our domestic housing stock as well as to our corporate properties.

This role sits in the Compliance Department and is responsible for the management of the asset information, contract management, planned installation works, administration of property investment data and tenant engagement.

Reporting to the Compliance Manager you will lead on the operational delivery of the planned installation works program of Mechanical and Electrical services across our housing and corporate assets.

You will ensure that contractors deliver their service in accordance with contractual requirements and in line with the Building Safety Act so that we meet our Statutory and Regulatory obligations.

About you

You will need to have a HNC or equivalent in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering or Building Construction / Building Surveying or a related subject or extensive experience in one of the sectors including evidence of a portfolio of projects will also be considered.

Relevant post qualification experience of working in a mechanical and electrical planned installation environment within social housing or a related sector is essential.

Required skills and experience

• Membership of Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET or TMIET) or equivalent approved body is desirable.
• IOSH/NEBOSH general certificate, or willing to study to obtain certificates.
• Good working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation, guidance, and best practice.
• Gas Safe (desirable).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A good understanding of building construction and building regulations.
• Experience of procuring new contracts in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements and effectively mobilising new contractors.
• Excellent contract management skills, including undertaking corrective action to remedy breaches.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to monitor and deliver programs of work.
• Ability to explain complex technical information and guidance to non-technical colleagues and all stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse complex data and produce reports.
• Methodical and organised approach to planning, implementation and record keeping.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplined team, showing respect and consideration for other's views and opinions, communicating effectively at all levels in a manner relevant to the audience.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to operate independently, representing a specialist area and able to prioritise conflicting demands when under pressure.
• Willingness to undertake training to meet changing needs.

A full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential as you will be required to make site visits in a large rural area.

About us

At Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils we are passionate about building communities that people want to live, work, visit and invest in.

We serve around 200,000 residents across our two districts and are well known for our collaboration and partnership working across public, private and voluntary sectors.

We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work, with:

• 60 conservation areas
• two National Landscapes
• many picturesque market towns

It is no surprise we are ranked among the top 50 places to live in the UK.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years).
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Private Health Care Options.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting).
• Great learning and development opportunities.

Our ways of working

We believe work is what we do, not just where we go.

We work in a hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business need permitting). Our hybrid working arrangements support flexibility and collaboration, helping our teams to thrive.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, providing opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible services for our residents.

For more information

For an informal discussion or to learn more about hybrid working for this role, please contact Adam Gayford, Compliance Manager by emailing: [e-mail].

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification.pdf before applying for this job opportunity.

Closing date

11 pm, 29 December 2025.

Interviews

Interviews to be held January 2026.

How to apply

Please ensure your:

• application form is fully completed, including employment and education history
• supporting statement clearly addresses how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification

Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.