Electrical Contracts Manager

VanRath Search & Selection; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle / allowance

Private healthcare

Death in service insurance

PD opportunities

Supportive team culture

Flexible working

Job summary

VanRath are recruiting an Electrical Contracts Manager to lead electrical contracts from pre-construction through to completion for major M&E projects in Belfast. You will oversee procurement, reporting, and client liaison, ensuring programme and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate holds an Electrical Engineering degree or HND, with proven delivery of electrical projects, strong leadership, and cost control, plus familiarity with Procore, BIM, and MS Project. A full driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering electrical projects within the M&E or construction industry.
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to motivate teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management software (Procore, MS Project, BIM tools).
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build lasting professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical contracts from pre-construction through to completion.
• Ensure all contractual, financial, and programme requirements are achieved.
• Manage procurement of materials, plant and subcontractor packages.
• Provide clear leadership and direction to project teams, site supervisors and subcontractors.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings, updates, and professional communication.
• Oversee labour allocation and resource planning to ensure effective project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety requirements and company policies.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Promote innovation, sustainability, and digital tools (e.g. Procore, BIM, MS Project) in project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Client management

Team motivation

Contract administration

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

BIM tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Contracts Manager (RAECM190826) Belfast, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP55000 - GBP65000 per annum + DOE + vehicle / allowance / package

• Job Reference: RAECM190826
• Job Title: Electrical Contracts Manager
• Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland

VANRATH are recruiting an Electrical Contracts Manager to work for a leading M&E Contractor, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Remuneration:

£55,000 - £65,000 + DOE + car / allowance / package

Benefits Include:

• Vehicle / allowance
• Private healthcare and death in service insurance
• Ongoing professional development, training and career progression opportunities
• A supportive team culture that recognises and rewards achievement
• Flexible working practices where possible

Client:

Leading M&E Contractor that have been operating for decades, providing M&E services across the UK and Ireland. The business has a great reputation for delivering quality projects on time, on budget, safely and to first class standards. They work across a range of sectors including commercial, industrial, health, education, leisure and residential.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage electrical contracts from pre-construction through to completion
• Ensure all contractual, financial, and programme requirements are achieved
• Manage procurement of materials, plant and subcontractor packages
• Provide clear leadership and direction to project teams, site supervisors and subcontractors
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings, updates, and professional communication
• Oversee labour allocation and resource planning to ensure effective project delivery
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety requirements and company policies
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where required
• Promote innovation, sustainability, and digital tools (e.g. Procore, BIM, MS Project) in project delivery

Criteria:

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience delivering electrical projects within the M&E or construction industry
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and control costs
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to motivate teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management software (Procore, MS Project, BIM tools)
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build lasting professional relationships
• Knowledge of working across NI and ROI regulations and standards
• Full, clean driving licence, Safepass, CSR and valid Manual Handling