Electrical Manager

CBRE; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an Electrical Manager to oversee the operational performance of the engineering team in Guildford. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing maintenance services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a skilled team. Applicants should have a strong technical background in Electrical Engineering and demonstrable experience in a management role, alongside excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience in a similar management role within facilities or building services.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering and support teams.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal procedures.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency in Electrical Systems

Education

C&G Level 3 qualification in Electrical

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems (e.g., Concept)

Job description

Electrical Manager

Job ID 228428

Posted 22-Jul-2025

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Guildford - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title: Electrical Manager

The Electrical Maintenance Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the operational, compliance, and financial performance of the engineering team. This individual will ensure the efficient delivery of both reactive and planned maintenance services, with a strong focus on statutory compliance, team leadership, and client satisfaction. The role requires a technically proficient and highly organized professional with a strong background in electrical systems and facilities management.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the engineering and support teams.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal procedures.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and the supply chain.
• Handle HR tasks including recruitment, training, and team development.
• Monitor budgets, WIP, and financial reporting.
• Resolve technical issues and client escalations.
• Maintain compliance documentation and systems (e.g., Concept, Webquote).
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote health & safety, customer service, and CBRE values.

Experience Required:
• Strong technical background in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum C&G Level 3 qualification in Electrical
• Proven experience in a similar management role within facilities or building services.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems (e.g., Concept).
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Desirable:
• Healthcare/HTM experience.
• BOAS Cat 2 qualification.
• HTM AP qualifications.
• ILM Level 2 or equivalent leadership training.