Electrical Project Manager

1st Step; Highweek; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End of year bonus £4-5k

Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) Bonus

Car Allowance/Company Car

Company Pension

Job summary

1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists) in Newton Abbot area is recruiting for an Electrical Project/Contracts Manager to lead fast-track commercial projects. Typical values range from £250k to £1m; you will manage end-to-end delivery, client engagement, programmes and budget control.

Essential: CSCS, electrical qualifications, SSSTS/SMSTS, driving licence. Previous supervisor/PM experience on commercial schemes is preferred.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card (ideally ECS Gold or Black) and electrical qualifications.
• SSSTS or SMSTS (or willing to complete the 2 or 5 days courses).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Previous experience as Electrical Supervisor or Project Manager on commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end project management across regional electrical schemes.

Skills

Electrical supervisor experience

Project management experience

Communication skills

Time management

Forward planning

Education

Electrical qualifications

Job description

1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists)

We are currently recruiting for the following permanent role, this would suit an Electrical Supervisor looking to make the next move upwards or equally an established Electrical Project Manager capable of managing small but fast track commercial projects.

Job Details

• Position: Electrical Project/Contracts Manager
• Location: Newton Abbot area
• Salary: circa £60k p/a
• Benefits: End of year performance related bonus (typically £4-5k) | Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) Bonus | Car Allowance/Company Car | Company Pension.
• Holiday: Initially 22 days & 8 Bank Holidays, additional 3 days accumulated over 3 years.

Job Role

To manage Electrical projects within the region across the commercial, healthcare & education sectors; project values typically range from £250k to £1m in Electrical services.

Duties

• Deliver end-to-end project management, ensuring scope, budget, and client expectations are consistently met.
• Manage a portfolio of projects and maintain accurate internal/external reporting.
• Engage clients for design feedback and approval submissions.
• Plan programmes of work with the client contacts, establishing milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor financial control, including variations, and keep accurate budget records.
• Procure labour, subcontractors, materials, and equipment within budget.
• Prepare detailed work instructions and ensure installation teams are fully briefed.
• Conduct audits on site activities and suppliers, raising and mitigating non-conformances.
• Undertake final quality audits and submit accurate documentation for client approval.
• Promote and enforce a culture of Health, Safety & Quality across all project activities.
• Represent the company professionally, supporting repeat business opportunities.
• Provide photographs and documentation for case studies and client satisfaction reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Essential Qualifications

• CSCS Card (ideally ECS Gold or Black version)
• Electrical qualifications
• SSSTS or SMSTS (or willing to complete the 2 or 5 days courses)
• Full Driving Licence

Relevant Experience & Skills

• Previous experience of working as an Electrical Supervisor or ideally as a Project Manager on commercial projects.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to forward plan.
• Confident decision-maker, capable of working under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively at all levels.
• Ability to coordinate site activities and ensure safety for all personnel.

About the Company

Established for over 20 years, based in the Southwest, they employ over 40 direct staff along with subcontractors. The business has a long-standing client base and typically turnover of £12m p/a working on commercial, industrial, education, retail and healthcare sectors of construction.

How to Apply

Respond to the advert or call our Bristol team on (phone number removed).