Electrical Project Manager

Buildto; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services company in Peterborough seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager. The successful candidate will oversee high-impact projects, manage a professional team, and ensure adherence to safety regulations. Required qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations and relevant certifications. A proactive attitude and exceptional leadership skills are essential for this full-time role offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Generous long service award

Employee profit share scheme

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Finish early on Fridays

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical installations and project management.
• Competence in estimating and tendering.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of multiple projects.
• Lead a team of engineers and site personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health & Safety compliance

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installations

18th Edition Amendment 2 Certification

2391 Certification

GCSE in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Project Management Software

Job description

Exceptional Electrical Project Manager in the Construction Industry

Are you an experienced, driven, and adaptable Project Manager with a solid background in Building Services? If you thrive on delivering high-quality projects and leading from the front, we want to hear from you.

We're expanding our Building Services team at our Peterborough Branch, and we're on the lookout for a knowledgeable professional who’s ready to make an impact.

At Princebuild, you'll join a dynamic and supportive team where your expertise will shape the future of our projects and your own career.

If you can provide great work, we can provide a great work package with many team perks!

What we offer

• Competitive salary, company vehicle, corporate clothing, generous long service award scheme, employee profit share scheme, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, finish early on Fridays, additional holiday awarded after 2 years' of continuous service, departmental perks and bonus
• Positive working environment, Princebuild Founders Trust, health and wellbeing support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Excellent career progression, continuous training and development, investment in community projects through Princebuild Foundation
• Equal Opportunities, Positive about disabled people and Investors in People accredited company
• Fantastic variety of social events and charity work organised by the Company throughout the year

What we need

• NVQ City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Amendment 2 Certification
• 2391 (or equivalent) Inspection, Testing and Certification
• Proven and recent experience of working within a similar environment including electrical installations & project management
• Experience of technical knowledge of commercial and industrial installations within the electrical sector
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
• ECS Card
• GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Experience of managing teams and excellent communication skills
• Competent in the use of a range of IT packages
• Proficient in Health & Safety legislation and compliance
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
• Willingness to undertake training programmes as deemed necessary by the Company
• Keen to pursue personal development needs and maintain up to date knowledge
• You must hold a full current UK driving licence and have had 6 months driving experience since passing your test
• Due to the nature of our works, the Company requires all employees to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Job Description

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Electrical Project Manager to lead high impact projects by taking the reins on a diverse range of commercial, retail, and industrial projects with values ranging from £10,000 to £1,000,000.

Reporting directly to the Executive Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of multiple live projects, ensuring they run smoothly, safely, and profitably.

Responsibilities

• All aspects associated with the role of a qualified (NVQ City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent) electrical engineer with proven experience of estimating.
• Estimating/tendering and submitting pricing documents.
• Overseeing, managing and training of office based and on-site personnel.
• Understanding of the contract design and construction drawings.
• Relay/discuss relevant information with the client, their agent or on-site personnel.
• Managing specialist commercial and industrial nominated sub-contractors.
• Enforcing and monitoring Health & Safety practices and CDM Regulations on site.
• Attendance of regular site meetings with client, Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Planning Supervisor etc.
• Preparation of contactor’s reports for site meetings, contract programmes and progress reports.
• Pricing and agreeing instructions with the client or client’s agent.
• Formulating valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor and report on job profitability.
• Ensuring that all specific materials ordered are received on or before their due delivery dates.
• To verify and authorise trade operatives time sheets on a weekly basis.
• To identify and implement improvements to any aspect of the service that we provide.
• Procurement of new clients and suppliers.
• Ensure that exceptional levels of customer care are provided at all times.
• Regular use of our bespoke computer system and other software packages such as Word, Excel and Project.
• Professional development of engineers.
• Due to the nature of our works, the Company requires all employees to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Terms

The above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected of the Electrical Project Manager.

This is a full time position and hours of work will be 42 hours per week. This will also involve daily travel and working away as deemed necessary for the needs of the business.

Personal Competencies

• Able to adapt communication skills to maintain and manage a variety of situations.
• Present a professional image and promote the Princebuild brand.
• Plan and prioritise personal objectives along with the Company’s priorities.
• Understand the needs of the Company, client and colleagues and responds appropriately to required needs.
• Make well informed, effective and timely decisions even when faced with unpleasant consequences and perceived impact these decisions has on others.
• Encourage others to develop themselves and act as a role model.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team.
• Encourages and develops ideas and innovations for current or new situations.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the Construction process.
• Remains resilient when under pressure and encourages optimism.
• Aware of own impact on others and takes peoples’ feelings and needs into consideration