Electrical Site Manager

Kane Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cash Health Plan

4 x Salary Death in Service

Pension scheme

Sick Pay scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Training and development

Annual health checks

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Kane Group seeks an Electrical Site Manager to lead electrical services installation, commissioning and testing from mobilisation through to handover at a Bristol project. You will manage procurement, coordinate with the Principal Contractor and provide strong site leadership across crews, ensuring programme and quality.

Requirements include GCSE level, 2391 Inspection & Testing, and a Building Services/Construction Management qualification or an electrical trade background.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent required
• 2391 Inspection & Testing certification required
• Qualification in Building Services/Construction Management or electrical trade background

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of electrical services installation, commissioning and testing from mobilisation through to handover
• Maintain understanding of project scope, programme and systems
• Coordinate with Principal Contractor to implement sequence of works
• Procure materials and equipment in line with budgets and project requirements
• Provide leadership to site-based personnel including supervisors and engineers
• Oversee RFIs, valuations and project variations to reflect progress

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Independent working

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

2391 Inspection & Testing

Building Services / Construction Management qualification

Tools

Construction management systems

Job description

• Responsible to Electrical Project Manager
• Salary Depending on Experience
• Hours Monday - Friday 7.30 - 17.00 (42.5 hours)

Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building-services solution contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

We're an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.

We are seeking an Electrical Site Manager based in Bristol to be part of our growing team.

| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES |

• Lead the delivery of all electrical services installation, commissioning and testing activities from project mobilisation through to final handover.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the project scope, programme and the systems being delivered.
• Work in close partnership with the Principal Contractor to coordinate and implement the agreed sequence of works.
• Manage the procurement of materials and equipment in line with company procedures, budgets and project requirements.
• Provide effective leadership to all site-based personnel, including supervisors, engineers, administrative staff and stores personnel.
• Oversee the preparation, review and close-out of Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Review valuations to ensure they accurately reflect progress and remain aligned with contractual requirements.
• Monitor, record and manage project variations to maintain robust commercial control.
• Direct and manage electrical subcontractors to ensure safe delivery, programme adherence and quality performance.
• Anticipate potential issues and take timely action to mitigate risks and resolve operational challenges.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks throughout the full delivery lifecycle.
• Champion health and safety on site, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company standards and safe systems of work.
• Oversee on-site electrical installations to ensure compliance with design specifications, building regulations and quality standards.
• Ensure all contractual obligations, project milestones and performance expectations are consistently achieved.
• Drive quality assurance and quality control activities across the site to maintain high standards of delivery.
• Represent the electrical function at project meetings and contribute to effective decision-making and stakeholder communication.

| QUALIFICATION |

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• 2391 Inspection & Testing
• A qualification in Building Services, Construction Management, or a recognised electrical trade background.

| EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE |

• Proven experience in construction and site management within an electrical services environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, construction products, installation methods, design coordination, and the relevant regulatory and quality standards.
• Confident user of construction management systems and digital tools, with strong overall IT capability.
• Experience managing large and complex work packages within live project environments.

| ABILITIES & SKILLS |

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage competing demands and deliver through practical problem-solving.
• Able to work independently, take ownership and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership capability, with the ability to motivate, support and develop high-performing teams.
• Committed to continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to reviewing and enhancing processes to achieve best practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering practical, high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to contribute positively within multidisciplinary teams.

| COMPANY BENEFITS |

• Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
• 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
• Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Variety of employee discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate Gym discount for Kane employees
• Branded clothing
• Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
• Annual Health Checks
• Awards for long service
• Additional annual leave based on length of service
• Training and development opportunities

Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.