Electrical Project Manager - site based

CTS Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group in Middlesbrough seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead major electrical works across critical projects. You will coordinate design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning, working with project directors and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and budget targets.

You will drive scheduling, cost control, and stakeholder communication, ensuring high performance across disciplines and a strong safety culture on site.

Qualifications

• Experience leading electrical projects in construction or engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of HV/LV distribution, lighting, UPS, fire alarms, and BMS.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Familiarity with UK regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical works across major projects from design to handover.
• Coordinate design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor schedules, budgets and resources; report progress.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, standards and safety rules.
• Oversee risk, issue, and change-control processes.
• Support testing, commissioning and final handovers.
• Prepare reports for senior management and clients.

Skills

Power Distribution

Lighting Systems

UPS Systems

Standby Generation

Earthing & Lightning

Fire Alarm Systems

BMS

Subcontractor Management

UK Regulations

Project Scheduling

BIM / Digital Tools

Commercial & Budget

MS Office

English Proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree / Equivalent

Tools

BIM Platforms

PM Software

MS Project / Scheduling Tools

MS Office

Job description

Electrical Project Manager – Middlesbrough, UK

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong background in delivering large-scale construction, industrial, manufacturing, data centre, or mission-critical projects. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, combining technical expertise with strong leadership and commercial awareness to successfully deliver complex electrical packages from inception through to commissioning and handover.

You are highly organised, proactive, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for leading the delivery of electrical works across major projects, overseeing design coordination, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and project close-out activities.

Working closely with Project Directors, Construction Managers, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients, you will ensure all electrical systems are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational performance.

You will manage project schedules, costs, resources, and risks while maintaining effective communication across all project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing electrical projects throughout the full project lifecycle

• Coordinating electrical design, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities

• Leading and managing electrical subcontractors and specialist suppliers

• Monitoring project progress, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements

• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and statutory regulations

• Managing project risks, issues, and change control processes

• Conducting quality inspections and ensuring high standards of workmanship

• Supporting testing, commissioning, and final system handovers

• Preparing project reports and providing regular updates to senior management and clients

• Managing commercial performance and supporting cost control activities

• Coordinating with mechanical, civil, and construction teams to achieve project objectives

• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring adherence to company health and safety procedures

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in:

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Building Services Engineering

  • Construction Engineering

  • Related Engineering Discipline

• Proven experience in Electrical Project Management within construction or engineering environments

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including:

  • HV/LV Power Distribution

  • Lighting Systems

  • UPS Systems

  • Standby Generation

  • Earthing & Lightning Protection

  • Fire Alarm Systems

  • Building Management Systems (BMS)

• Experience managing electrical subcontractors and supply chain partners

• Strong understanding of electrical installation standards and UK regulations

• Knowledge of project planning and scheduling tools

• Experience with commissioning and project handover processes

• Familiarity with BIM platforms and digital construction tools is advantageous

• Strong commercial, contractual, and budget management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Very strong English written and spoken

Desirable Qualifications

• SMSTS Certification

• ECS/CSCS Management Card

• IOSH or NEBOSH Qualification

• Experience working on data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, manufacturing, or infrastructure projects

Why Join Us

You will play a key role in delivering complex and high-profile projects across some of the UK's fastest-growing sectors. Working alongside experienced project delivery teams, you will have the opportunity to lead major electrical installations, influence project outcomes, and contribute to innovative and technically challenging developments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that values safety, quality, collaboration, and professional development, with clear pathways for progression into Senior Project Management, Project Director, or Operations leadership roles.