Electrical Project Manager

RTL Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager for a freelance position. You will oversee the planning and delivery of electrical works on a commercial project, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience and a valid ECS Gold Card. This role requires strong organizational skills and proven project management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an Electrical Project Manager or Senior Supervisor.
• Proven record of managing full electrical project delivery.
• Valid ECS Gold Card required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of all electrical works on site.
• Maintain health & safety standards, ensuring all required documentation is in place.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of electrical regulations

Health and safety knowledge

Experience in project management

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join our team on a commercial project (e.g. fit‑out, shell & core, office block, retail centre, or mixed‑use development). This is a freelance position, responsible for managing and delivering all electrical works on site to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of all electrical works on site, Work closely with other trade managers, project managers, and site management to coordinate schedules and resolve interface issues
• Maintain and enforce health & safety standards, ensuring RAMS, permits, and safe systems of work are in place
• Manage testing, inspection, and commissioning documentation
• Monitor progress against programme, identify risks, and implement corrective actions
• Oversee snagging, defect resolution, and project handover documentation
• Produce accurate daily and weekly reports, progress updates, and material tracking. Minimum 3 years' experience as an Electrical Project Manager (or Senior Supervisor stepping up) on commercial or industrial projects
• Proven record of managing full electrical project delivery from pre-start through to handover
• Valid ECS Gold Card
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
• Strong understanding of current electrical regulations, health & safety, and QA processes
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence