Electrical Project Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking an Electrical Project Manager for Swindon, reporting to the Electrical Director. You will lead multiple electrical projects from pre-construction to handover, balancing technical delivery with commercial oversight.

Responsibilities include programme development, risk management, client liaison at senior level, and coordination across MEP disciplines to ensure safe, compliant, on-time delivery. Strong leadership and NEC/JCT experience are essential.

Qualifications

• SMSTS qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Proven experience managing complex electrical projects within construction or building services.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems.
• Experience in regulated environments such as life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare or manufacturing facilities.
• Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Demonstrable leadership and people management experience.
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience within Design & Build contracting.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Experience working on cleanrooms, laboratories, data centres, and pharmaceutical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple electrical projects simultaneously, from design development through commissioning and handover.
• Develop and manage project programmes, monitoring performance against budget, schedule and KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and client requirements.
• Work closely with commercial teams to maintain project profitability and review costs.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and coordinate with mechanical, BMS, and specialist systems.
• Oversee procurement strategies and subcontractor engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Contractual knowledge

Multi-project management

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Design & Build contracting

Job description

Reference: EPM_Maid_1790346754
Posted: September 25, 2026

Location: Swindon (Office and Site Based)

Type: Full-time

Sector: Life Sciences | Engineering | High-Performance Environments

We are looking for an Electrical Project Manager to join our team in Swindon, reporting to the Electrical Director and working as part of a high‑performing team.

The Electrical Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of multiple electrical projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. The role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, leadership capability, and the ability to manage client relationships at a senior level.

The successful candidate will oversee project teams, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, manage programme delivery, and drive operational excellence whilst maintaining profitability and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Be Doing:

Project Delivery

• Lead and manage multiple electrical projects simultaneously, ranging from £1m to £5m+ in value.
• Oversee all project phases from design development and procurement through installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop and manage project programmes, monitoring performance against budget, schedule and key performance indicators.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and client requirements.

Commercial Management

• Work closely with commercial teams to maintain project profitability.
• Review project costs, forecasts, variations, and cash flow.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of change orders and contract amendments.
• Contribute to project reporting and monthly financial reviews.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support customer retention and repeat business opportunities.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded throughout project delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and Supervisors.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance project culture.
• Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans.
• Ensure effective resource planning across projects.
• Promote best practice and continuous improvement.

Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, company, and client-specific HSE requirements.
• Conduct regular project and site reviews.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, IET Regulations, Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and other relevant legislation.
• Support quality assurance processes and achievement of project quality objectives.

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Oversee procurement strategies and subcontractor engagement.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure materials and equipment are delivered in line with programme requirements.
• Develop strong relationships with key supply chain partners.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams.
• Review design solutions for buildability, compliance, and efficiency.
• Support commissioning strategies and project close-out activities.
• Ensure integration and coordination with mechanical, BMS, and specialist systems.

What We Are Looking For

• SMSTS
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Proven experience managing complex electrical projects within the construction or building services sector.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems.
• Experience delivering projects in highly regulated environments such as life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or manufacturing facilities.
• Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Demonstrable leadership and people management experience.
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience within Design & Build contracting.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Experience working on cleanrooms, laboratories, data centres, and pharmaceutical facilities.
• Experience supporting business development and strategic growth initiatives.