Electrical Senior Contracts Manager

Options Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Electrically Biased Contracts Manager to oversee electrical and M&E projects across HM Prison Service sites. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical expertise, a proven track record in contract management, and experience in high-security environments. This full-time role includes responsibility for project delivery, compliance, and team leadership, with significant opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Opportunities for training and career development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing electrical projects.
• Knowledge of CDM, RAMS, and health & safety regulations is crucial.
• Flexibility to travel and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical and associated M&E works across prison sites.
• Ensure compliance with BS7671 regulations and site-specific protocols.
• Manage in-house engineers and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

SMSTS or SSSTS

ECS / JIB Gold Card

Job description

Job Title: Electrically Biased Contracts Manager -

Salary: 80k plus Car Allowance

Location: UK-wide travel

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Overview:
An experienced Electrically Biased Contracts Manager is required to manage the delivery of electrical and M&E projects across a portfolio of HM Prison Service sites. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical expertise, proven contract management experience, and a background in delivering works within high-security environments.
This role includes end-to-end project responsibility, from mobilisation through to handover, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency across all works.
Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: Oversee electrical and associated M&E works across prison sites, ensuring safe, timely, and within-budget delivery.

Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders including prison estates teams and government representatives.

Compliance: Ensure all works are delivered in line with BS7671 regulations, CDM requirements, and site-specific security protocols.

Team Leadership: Manage in-house engineers and subcontractors, ensuring high standards of performance and adherence to safety procedures.

Financial Control: Contribute to budgeting, valuations, cost control, and variation handling alongside the commercial team.

Planning: Develop and monitor programmes of work, adjusting resources and timelines as needed to meet project milestones.

Technical Oversight: Review specifications, technical drawings, and installation standards; conduct quality audits and inspections.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

SMSTS or SSSTS (essential)

ECS / JIB Gold Card (preferred)

Minimum 5 years of experience managing electrical projects

Previous work within secure environments (prisons, defence, government facilities) highly desirable

Sound knowledge of CDM, RAMS, and health & safety regulations

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel

Desirable:

Familiarity with Ministry of Justice (MoJ) standards and operational protocols

Experience with prison infrastructure (e.g., power, lighting, CCTV, access control)

Estimating or design experience in electrical projects

First Aid at Work certification

Existing or eligible for Enhanced DBS or CTC clearance
Remuneration Package:

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Opportunities for training and career development