Electrical Contracts Manager

Pertemps Newcastle; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Annual bonus

Career progression

Training and development

Job summary

Pertemps Newcastle seeks an Electrical Contracts Manager in Dunston for a renewable energy business delivering commercial and industrial solar PV schemes throughout the UK. This full-time, permanent post pays £50,000 to £60,000 yearly.

The successful candidate oversees multiple solar installations from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safe, timely, budget-conscious completion. Strong client liaison and quality assurance skills are essential for growth in clean energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager in renewable energy or construction.
• Strong Solar PV project delivery experience is essential.
• Electrical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations and CDM/Health & Safety regulations.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour teams; ability to handle multiple projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple Solar PV projects from award through to commissioning and handover.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and delivery.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects comply with electrical regulations, industry standards, and HSE requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and commercial performance.
• Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings.
• Support procurement activities and materials management.
• Produce and review project documentation, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Manage project variations and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for future work.

Skills

Electrical background

Solar PV delivery

Budget management

Project coordination

Site management

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3

HNC/HND

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Pertemps Newcastle seeks an Electrical Contracts Manager in Dunston for a renewable energy business delivering commercial and industrial solar PV schemes throughout the UK.

This full-time, permanent post pays £50,000 to £60,000 yearly.

The successful candidate oversees multiple solar installations from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safe, timely, budget-conscious completion.

Duties include project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.

Applicants need a solid electrical background plus proven experience managing solar work.

Strong client liaison and quality assurance skills are essential.

The position suits a driven professional keen to support the growth of clean energy infrastructure.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to join a growing renewable energy business delivering commercial and industrial solar PV projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional with a strong electrical background and proven experience managing solar installations from pre-construction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple Solar PV projects from award through to commissioning and handover.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and delivery.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects comply with current electrical regulations, industry standards, and HSE requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and commercial performance.
• Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings.
• Support procurement activities and materials management.
• Produce and review project documentation, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Manage project variations and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for future work.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager within the renewable energy or construction sector.
• Strong Solar PV project delivery experience.
• Electrical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Requirements

• SMSTS qualification.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
• Experience delivering commercial rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects.
• Knowledge of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and EV charging infrastructure.
• AP (Authorised Person) qualifications.
• Experience working on renewable energy frameworks and large-scale infrastructure projects.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Clear career progression within a rapidly growing renewable energy sector.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects contributing to the UK's net-zero targets.