Electrical Site Manager - NHS & Generator

Henley Chase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to oversee electrical projects across London and the South East. You will manage multiple installation teams, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to high standards.

The role covers substations, standby generators, distribution boards and critical power systems, with responsibilities including planning, risk assessments, liaising with clients and reporting progress. Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager or Senior Electrical Supervisor.
• Strong background delivering electrical infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multiple site teams.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise multiple electrical installation teams across live projects.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily site activities.
• Ensure works meet safety, time, budget and quality targets.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and plant.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients and consultants.
• Carry out site inspections, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Monitor installation quality and compliance with specs.
• Maintain RAMS, permits and site records.
• Assist with project handovers and commissioning.
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates.
• Support planned changeovers, including weekend work.
• Promote high workmanship standards and customer service.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical distribution

Planning & scheduling

Reading electrical drawings

Site coordination

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Date posted: 28 August 2026

Pay: £30,089.36-£75,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Electrical Site Manager

Location: London & South East (Multiple Sites)

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle + Pension

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of electrical projects across a variety of sites throughout London and the South East.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in electrical infrastructure projects who is confident managing multiple installation teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Projects include electrical infrastructure upgrades, substations, standby generator installations, distribution board replacements, refurbishments and critical power systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise multiple electrical installation teams across several live projects.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily site activities.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with current legislation.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and plant to meet project programmes.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Carry out site inspections, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Monitor installation quality and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Manage site documentation including RAMS, permits, progress reports and site records.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Support commissioning activities and project handovers.
• Attend project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Assist with planned electrical changeovers, including occasional weekend working.
• Promote high standards of workmanship, safety and customer service.

Typical Projects

• Electrical infrastructure upgrades
• High and low voltage distribution systems
• Substation installations and upgrades
• Standby generator installations
• Main and sub-distribution board replacements
• Commercial refurbishment projects
• Essential and critical power systems
• Planned maintenance and live environment electrical works

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager or Senior Electrical Supervisor.
• Strong background delivering electrical infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multiple site teams.
• Excellent understanding of electrical distribution systems, substations, generators and critical power infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating direct labour and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel across multiple project locations.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• ECS Gold Card
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• 18th Edition BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Qualifications

• Authorised Person (AP)
• First Aid at Work
• Inspection & Testing (2391 or equivalent)
• Experience working within healthcare or other live operational environments

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Calm under pressure with effective problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Flexible approach to working hours and travel
• Strong commitment to health, safety and quality

Work Location

Work Location: In person