Electrical Project Lead

Grants Electrical Services NI Ltd (GES Group); Ballymena; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical and mechanical engineering company in Ballymena is seeking an Electrical Project Lead to manage and deliver projects effectively. The successful candidate will have a strong electrical background with at least 5 years in project management, ensuring safety standards and overseeing contractors. Benefits include free parking, private healthcare, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Workplace pension

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Childcare Vouchers (after 6 months)

Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in electrical project management.
• Strong background in installing and commissioning LV distribution panels.
• Solid understanding of health & safety practices (IOSH Managing Safely preferred).
• HV experience a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering electrical engineering projects.
• Planning, scheduling, and keeping track of budgets.
• Overseeing contractors and enforcing safety procedures.
• Writing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Health & safety practices

Education

Fully qualified electrician

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Project Lead

Based: Ballymena Branch

Hours: Full-time (38 hours/week) | 29 Days Holiday (incl. 8 stat days)

GES Group is a leading and fast-growing electrical and mechanical engineering company, known for delivering high-quality projects across various industries. We’re on the lookout for a hands-on, driven Electrical Project Lead to join our team in Ballymena. If you're a qualified electrician with solid project management experience, this could be your next move.

What We’re Looking For

We need someone with a strong electrical background, who’s confident managing projects from start to finish — including planning, budgeting, contractor management, and ensuring safety standards are met on-site. This is a busy role that suits someone who’s organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple priorities. You\'ll need to lead teams, solve problems on the fly, and keep projects running smoothly.

Key Requirements

• Fully qualified electrician
• At least 5 years\' experience in electrical project management
• Strong background in installing and commissioning LV distribution panels
• Confident leading teams and managing contractors on active site
• Solid understanding of health & safety practices (IOSH Managing Safely preferred)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and digital systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• HV experience a bonus - but not essential (we’ll train you up!)

The Role Includes

• Leading and delivering electrical engineering projects
• Planning, scheduling, and keeping track of budgets
• Attending and running project meetings
• Overseeing contractors and enforcing safety procedures
• Writing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Managing QA compliance and producing handover documentation
• Supporting commissioning and testing (FAT/SAT)
• Problem-solving and providing on-site solutions
• Generating project reports and keeping senior management in the loop

Flexibility may be required occasionally (e.g. weekends) depending on project needs.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Workplace pension
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Childcare Vouchers (after 6 months)
• Private Healthcare
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, supportive team

Note: If you have submitted an application within the past 6 months, there is no need to reapply.