Electrical Project Manager / Project Lead

1st Step Solutions Ltd

Bridgwater

On-site

GBP 108,000 - 132,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Accommodation support / out-of-town

Job summary

1st Step Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead major electrical packages on a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility project in the UK. You will drive delivery from design through installation, commissioning and handover, coordinating civil, electrical and MEP interfaces.

The role requires strong knowledge of electrical installation, project controls and safety compliance on complex industrial sites, with a focus on meeting deadlines and client expectations.

Qualifications

Experience managing electrical sites within construction projects.
Knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and relevant standards.
CSCS Manager-level card (required).
Desriable: SMSTS certification.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical projects from design through installation, commissioning and handover.
Manage project programmes, budgets, resources and deliverables.
Coordinate engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers and site activities.
Oversee electrical designs, technical specifications and compliance.
Monitor progress, costs and quality for successful delivery.
Liaise with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders.
Resolve technical issues and coordinate interfaces with other disciplines.
Ensure health, safety and quality requirements are met.
Support procurement, commissioning and final handover.

Skills

Electrical project management

Coordination with subcontractors

Health and safety compliance

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in electrical installation/engineering

BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (Desirable)

Job description

Job Title/Titles: Electrical Project Manager / Project Lead

Location: Bridgewater

Salary: Up to 120k

Job Type: Full Time

About the job

On this job you will be working for the main contractors and managing the sub-contractors works making sure you meet the deadlines for that particular package of work.

This major project involves the construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility specialising in advanced battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.

As one of the UK's significant investments in advanced manufacturing and clean‑energy infrastructure, the development involves complex construction activities, specialist engineering systems and extensive mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) installations.

We are seeking experienced MEP professionals to support the delivery of this large‑scale, technically complex industrial project.

Key responsibilities

Lead electrical projects from design through to installation, commissioning and handover.
Manage project programmes, budgets, resources and deliverables.
Coordinate engineering teams, subcontractors and contractors, suppliers and site activities.
Oversee electrical designs, technical specifications and compliance with relevant standards.
Monitor project progress, risks, costs and quality to ensure successful delivery.
Liaise with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders.
Resolve technical issues and coordinate interfaces with other disciplines.
Ensure health, safety and quality requirements are met throughout project delivery.
Support procurement, commissioning and final project handover.

Requirements

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering, or NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification in an electrical installation or engineering discipline.
Desirable: BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
CSCS Manager-level card.
Desriable: SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
Previous experience in electrical site management or supervision, ideally within commercial or construction projects.
Good knowledge of electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and relevant regulations and standards, including BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).

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