Electrical Site Manager

1st Step; Tetford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager for a new commercial project in Thetford. This role requires expertise in managing large Shell & Core CAT A commercial projects and leading electrical teams. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, excellent people management skills, and must ensure safety and compliance on site. This is a contract position with responsibilities spanning project management from start to finish.

Qualifications

• You must have previous experience working with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor on large Shell & Core CAT A commercial projects.
• Electrical background is required.
• Being well organized and able to meet deadlines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirement.
• Respond to electrical issues as they occur.
• Gather information about the electrical installation.
• Oversee direct labour or electrical subcontractors.
• Complete mechanical site safety audits and electrical completion paperwork.

Skills

Good literacy skills

Proactive thinking

Excellent people management

Education

City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

CSCS Gold Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

Overview

Electrical Site Manager — March 2026 — Contract

1st Step Solutions are working on behalf of a Tier 1 M&E Contractor that have a requirement for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join them on a new commercial project in Thetford.

You must have previous experience working with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor on large Shell & Core CAT A commercial projects and come from an electrical background.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirement.
• You will be required to respond to electrical issues as they occur.
• Gather information about the electrical installation and all potential surprises.
• Oversee direct labour or electrical subcontractors.
• Complete mechanical site safety audits and electrical completion paperwork.
• Ensure safe working practices and electrical safety rules are followed by Electrical Sub-Contractors on site.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed as required.
• Reporting on a daily basis with site issues or progression.
• Assist teams with resolving matters arising.
• Identify corrective actions and implementation of countermeasures to maximise productivity.
• Ensure relevant materials and consumables are identified, sourced and delivered in a timely manner to minimise project disruptions, maintaining records and controlling stock.
• Maintain effective health and safety systems, including completion of risk assessments, method statements, toolbox talks, etc.

Requirements

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• CSCS Gold Card.
• SSSTS/SMSTS.
• Good literacy skills.
• Proactive thinking with an enthusiastic character.
• Well organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Excellent people management skills