Electrical Project Manager

Edward Russell Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional package and benefits

Varied role overseeing projects across

Projects across London

Job summary

Edward Russell Associates Limited is recruiting an Electrical Project Manager to oversee electrical upgrade projects across London-based live buildings. The role focuses on coordinating with FM teams, managing contractors, and delivering essential electrical improvements with minimal disruption to operations.

The ideal candidate will have proven PM experience in building services, with strong knowledge of electrical regulations, health and safety, and project delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrical Project Manager in building services/M&E.
• Experience delivering upgrades/refurbishments in live environments.
• Strong coordination with FM teams and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple electrical upgrade projects across live buildings.
• Coordinate with FM teams to identify requirements and minimize disruption.
• Plan and deliver electrical installations, upgrades and refurbishments.
• Manage subcontractors, site teams, suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regs, H&S, and project specs.
• Monitor programmes, budgets, costs and progress.
• Coordinate permits, access, and shutdowns when required.
• Maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates and ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Electrical project management

Live/occupied buildings

Multi-project coordination

Regulations & HSE

Client-facing communication

Education

Electrical qualifications

Project management certifications

Job description

We are working with a well-established building services company looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee electrical upgrade projects across a portfolio of live buildings throughout London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Project Manager who enjoys working in operational environments, managing projects from start to finish, and working closely with Facilities Management (FM) teams to deliver essential electrical improvements with minimal disruption to building operations.

With a head office based in Kent and projects across London, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating electrical upgrades, managing contractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The Role

• Managing multiple electrical upgrade projects across live, occupied buildings.
• Working closely with FM teams to identify requirements, coordinate works, and minimise disruption to day-to-day operations.
• Planning and delivering electrical installations, upgrades, replacements, and refurbishment works.
• Managing subcontractors, site teams, suppliers, and specialist contractors.
• Ensuring all works comply with relevant electrical regulations, health and safety standards, and project specifications.
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets, costs, and overall progress.
• Coordinating site activities, permits, access arrangements, and shutdowns where required.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, building management teams, and other stakeholders.
• Providing regular project updates and ensuring all works are completed to a high standard.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within building services, M&E, or electrical contracting.
• A strong background in managing electrical installations, upgrades, or refurbishment projects.
• Experience working within live or occupied buildings, ideally within commercial or FM environments.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate several contractors simultaneously.
• A good understanding of electrical regulations, health and safety, and project delivery processes.
• Strong communication, organisational, and client-facing skills.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver projects effectively.
• Relevant electrical qualifications and project management certifications would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £75,000, depending on experience.
• Additional package and benefits.
• A varied role overseeing multiple electrical projects across London.
• The opportunity to work closely with established FM teams and clients.
• A stable pipeline of electrical upgrade works within operational buildings.
• Head office based in Kent, with projects across London.