Electrical Contracts Manager

Faradays Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company bonus scheme

Pension

32 days annual leave

Job summary

Faradays Ltd seeks an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to oversee commercial, retail, industrial and EV projects in the Southampton area. You will manage from start to finish, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role is field-based with flexible working and UK mainland coverage. A time-served electrical background or electrical degree, 18th Edition, and strong leadership are essential, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Time-served electrician background or a relevant electrical degree.
• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong financial and project cost management skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication at all levels.
• Full UK driving licence.
• 18th Edition qualification.
• Level 3 Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (603/1275/0).

Responsibilities

• Run multiple electrical projects simultaneously.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Recruit, manage and coordinate subcontractors and site staff.
• Liaise with clients and main contractors.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety legislation.
• Order materials and plan site work schedules.
• Ensure all test certification and as-built drawings are issued to clients.
• Follow design specifications and drawings, ensuring on-site compliance.

Skills

Electrical contracts management

Budget management

Health & safety compliance

Leadership and supervision

Client liaison

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

18th Edition

Electrical testing qualifications (603

Education

Electrical degree

Job description

We are hiring an Electrical Contracts Manager in the Southampton area. You will be responsible for managing commercial, retail, industrial and EV electrical projects from start to finish. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 per year, plus a company car and benefits. You will oversee budgets, lead site teams and ensure high safety standards.

Job Details

Electrical Contracts Manager

Southampton | Field-Based | Flexible Working Available | Mainland UK Coverage

£45,000 - £55,000 annual + Company Car + Company Bonus Scheme

Full Time, Permanent position

Key Responsibilities

• Run multiple electrical projects simultaneously.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Recruit, manage and coordinate subcontractors and site staff.
• Liaise with clients and main contractors.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety legislation.
• Order materials and plan site work schedules.
• Ensure all test certification and as-built drawings are issued to clients.
• Follow design specifications and drawings, ensuring compliance on site.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Time-served electrician background or a relevant electrical degree.
• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong financial and project cost management skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Full UK driving licence.
• 18th Edition qualification.
• Level 3 Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (603/1275/0).

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 4 Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (600/3722/2).
• SSSTS qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Company bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Opportunities for career progression and further training where required.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.