Electrical Systems Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK seeks an Electrical Systems Project Manager to lead critical electrical infrastructure projects. The role encompasses overseeing the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive digital transformation. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven project management experience in FMCG environments. Competitive salary plus bonus and benefits offered.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical project management within FMCG or complex manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and legislation.
• Experience delivering automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of electrical projects.
• Develop and implement electrical standards and compliance.
• Manage contractors, budgets, and project timelines.

Skills

Electrical compliance

Project management

Digital systems understanding

Education

Degree/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Electrical databases

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Systems Project Manager

Department: Site Factory Engineering Projects - Electrical Database, Infrastructure and Digital Development for Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Location: Nottingham, primarily onsite, with some hybrid

Job Type: Permanent

Job Reward: £60 – 70k plus 15% Bonus, Healthcare and Package

Industry: FMCG Manufacturing

In this newly created role, your brief is to help digitise the manufacturing backbone of a large FMCG manufacturing, Process and Packaging site. You will help drive the future electrical systems for projects at this manufacturing site. An ambitious programme to modernise and digitise through database, systems and infrastructure development. We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead critical electrical infrastructure upgrades and develop a robust database system to support Industry 4.0 transformation.

As an Electrical Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing electrical engineering projects from conception to completion, applying electrical standards and governance to ongoing CAPEX and transformation projects. You will work closely with the Site Electrical Standards and Governance Manager.

This role involves the full project life cycle, implementing, and maintaining electrical tendering, installations, processes, and components to meet project specifications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project timelines and budgets, and ensure that all electrical engineering aspects align with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities - Electrical Systems Project Manager

• Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of all electrical infrastructure projects on site
• Develop and implement electrical standards ensuring compliance with legislation, safety regulations, and best practices
• Create and manage a site-wide electrical database, enabling data-driven decisions, predictive maintenance, and digital asset management
• Oversee the electrical elements of the full project life cycle—from feasibility studies and CAPEX planning to delivery and handover
• Partner with operations, engineering, and IT teams to integrate digital solutions
• Manage contractors, budgets, and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time, in full
• Lead electrical and control system projects from concept to completion, ensuring robust design, installation, and commissioning
• Maintain and improve site electrical standards, ensuring compliance with legislation, safety requirements, and best practice
• Oversee the electrical elements of CAPEX and infrastructure projects
• Serve as the technical authority for electrical systems, design reviews, and project risk assessments
• Developing project plans, including scope, budget, schedule, and resource requirements
• Conducting feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential project challenges

Role Requirements - Electrical Systems Project Manager

• Degree/HNC in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in electrical project management within an FMCG or high-volume time time-sensitive, complex manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of electrical compliance, safety standards, and legislation
• Demonstrated ability to work with digital electrical systems, databases, or automation technologies to modernise manufacturing operations
• Proven project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical standards, legislation, and safe systems of work
• Experience delivering automation, control systems, or electrical infrastructure projects

What’s On Offer - Electrical Systems Project Manager

• A chance to shape the digital transformation of a major FMCG site
• The opportunity to lead high-impact projects in a forward-thinking manufacturing business
• Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Be part of a forward-thinking engineering team where your expertise makes a tangible impact

How to apply

For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on [e-mail] or 0113 2123519

Candidates who are currently an Engineering Electrical Project Manager, Electrical Projects Manager, Electrical Engineer, and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.