Electrical Project Manager

Gap Technical; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Project Engineer to manage electrical projects across multiple FMCG manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing projects from design to installation, leading electrical teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FMCG manufacturing and expertise in LV power distribution and control systems. This role offers a contract rate of £45-£55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience managing electrical projects in FMCG environments.
• Strong knowledge of LV power distribution and control systems.
• Ability to oversee installations and ensure compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical projects from inception to completion.
• Plan labour and manage site activities.
• Lead electrical teams and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Manage project budgets and financial performance.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client liaison

Budget management

Tools

BS 7671

NICEIC standards

Job description

Electrical Project Manager / Project Engineer

Contract: £45-£55 per hour Outside IR35
Hours: Monday-Friday (Days)
Location: Trowbridge

Gap Technical is recruiting an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Project Engineer to support electrical projects across multiple FMCG food manufacturing facilities.

Role Overview

You will manage electrical projects from design through to installation and commissioning, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to required safety and quality standards. The role includes team leadership, client liaison, estimating, and full P&L responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical projects from inception to completion
• Plan labour, order materials, and manage site activities
• Lead and supervise electrical teams (2-10 operatives)
• Act as main client contact and manage stakeholder relationships
• Produce estimates, quotations, and tender submissions
• Oversee installations and fault resolution
• Generate RAMS and ensure compliance with BS 7671 and NICEIC standards
• Manage project budgets and financial performance

Technical Experience

• Strong FMCG manufacturing background
• LV power distribution, lighting, and local power systems
• Control systems, panels, drives, valves, sensors, and instrum...