Electrical Project Manager

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

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment company in the UK is seeking an Electrical Project Manager / Project Engineer to oversee electrical projects in FMCG food manufacturing facilities. The role includes managing projects from design to installation, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience, strong client-facing and project management skills, and an electrical engineering background. The contract offers competitive pay at £45-£55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in FMCG electrical projects.
• Proven team management capability in electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical projects from inception to completion.
• Plan labor and manage site activities.
• Act as the main client contact and manage stakeholder relationships.

Skills

FMCG manufacturing experience

Project management

Client-facing skills

Education

Electrical Engineering apprenticeship

17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

Control systems

Power distribution systems

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 instrumentation
• Experience with process equipment such as conveying, cooking, cooling, packing, robotics, and palletising (desirable)

Requirements

• Apprentice trained Electrical Engineer
• 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Minimum 10 years' FMCG electrical/project experience
• Proven project and team management experience
• Strong commercial and client-facing skills

Desirable

• 2391 Inspection & Testing
• ECS Manager (Black Card)
• NEBOSH / SSSTS or similar

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