Electrical Site Manager

300 North Limited; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

300 North Limited is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join our North West projects on a freelance basis. You will oversee electrical installations on site, coordinate subcontractors and ensure safety and compliance across Warrington and Newcastle-under-Lyme.

The role involves managing resources, maintaining programme delivery, and supporting testing and handover for residential and infrastructure works. Competitive day rate and freelance contract terms apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrical Site Manager or Electrical Supervisor in M&E or construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
• ECS/CSCS Management Card or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate electrical installation activities on site.
• Manage electrical subcontractors, labour and site resources.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to specification and in accordance with project programmes.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, including RAMS, toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Monitor progress, identify potential delays and report to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate materials, deliveries and electrical works alongside other trades.
• Ensure installations comply with relevant electrical regulations, drawings and quality standards.
• Carry out quality inspections, snagging and progress reporting.
• Support testing, commissioning and project handover.

Skills

Electrical management

Subcontractor management

Site coordination

Health & safety

Programme delivery

Leadership

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

SMSTS or SSSTS qualification

ECS/CSCS Management Card

UK driving licence

Job description

Role: Electrical Site Manager - Freelance

Locations: Warrington / Newcastle-under-Lyme

Rate: £350 per day CIS

Contract: Freelance / Contract

Opportunity: Permanent positions also available

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for experienced Electrical Site Managers to join an established Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contractor delivering projects across the North West.

We have two opportunities available, working on projects involving residential development and electrical infrastructure.

• Newcastle-under-Lyme: A £5m residential development, overseeing electrical installations as part of the wider M&E package.
• Warrington: An HV/LV electrical infrastructure project. Previous HV experience would be advantageous.

These positions would suit experienced Electrical Site Managers or Electrical Supervisors with a strong background in electrical installations, site coordination and subcontractor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate electrical installation activities on site.
• Manage electrical subcontractors, labour and site resources.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to specification and in accordance with project programmes.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, including RAMS, toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Monitor progress, identify potential delays and report to the Project Manager
• Coordinate materials, deliveries and electrical works alongside other trades.
• Ensure installations comply with relevant electrical regulations, drawings and quality standards.
• Carry out quality inspections, snagging and progress reporting.
• Support testing, commissioning and project handover.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager or Electrical Supervisor within the M&E or construction sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
• ECS/CSCS Management Card or appropriate site management card.
• Experience managing electrical subcontractors and site teams.
• Good understanding of construction programmes, RAMS and site health and safety.
• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

For the Warrington project, previous HV/LV infrastructure experience would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive rate of £350 per day CIS.
• Opportunities across two established M&E projects.
• Work with an experienced M&E contractor.
• Potential permanent opportunities for candidates seeking longer-term employment.