Senior Electrical Contracts Manager

Mitie; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities management is seeking a Senior Electrical Contracts Manager for a significant MEP project in Plymouth worth £48 million. The role requires extensive experience in electrical engineering and project management, with responsibilities spanning project oversight, quality assurance, and client communication, ensuring successful delivery and compliance with regulations in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Flexible lifestyle benefits platform

High street discounts through MiDeals

Cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced pension contributions

Mitie Stars recognition program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in electrical engineering and project management.
• Proficiency in project management software and tooling.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all electrical contract aspects of the project.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Resource Management

Risk Management

Client Communication

Education

236 Part 1&2 Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

City & Guilds 2391

SMSTS Certification

PMP or PRINCE2

Job description

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• We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to oversee the electrical aspects of a large-scale MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) future hospital project in Plymouth valued at £48 million. This role demands a highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in electrical engineering and project management. The successful candidate will ensure the project is executed efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead and manage all electrical contract aspects of the project, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Planning and Coordination: Develop and implement detailed project plans and schedules. Coordinate with other MEP disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, including labour, materials, and equipment, to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all electrical installations comply with relevant standards, regulations, and quality benchmarks. Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high-quality workmanship.
• Safety Compliance: Implement and enforce strict safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel on-site. Address any safety issues promptly.
• Budget Control: Monitor project expenditures and manage financial resources to ensure the project remains within budget. Prepare and present regular financial reports.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with the electrical components of the project. Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
• Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, providing regular updates on project progress, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Management of Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, permits, change orders, and progress reports.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of electrical project managers, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering and project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale MEP projects, preferably in the healthcare sector.
• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and regulations. Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address complex project challenges.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality work and compliance with project specifications.
• Core Electrical Qualifications: 236 Part 1&2 Electrical Installation
• o 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) – This is the current standard for electrical installations in the UK and is essential for compliance and safety.
• o City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection and Testing certification, often required for overseeing quality and compliance on-site.
• o JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician status) – Demonstrates a recognised level of competence and experience in electrical installation.
• Certifications: SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – Required for managing health and safety on construction sites.
• o PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 – While not always mandatory, these are respected credentials for structured project delivery.
• o NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training – Familiarity with NEC contracts is often expected in public sector and healthcare projects.

The role will initially be based at our Exeter Office until December, after which it will transition to the Derriford Hospital FHP1 site in Plymouth for the remainder of the construction programme, scheduled for completion in December 2028.

The Senior Electrical Contracts Manager will operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that demands flexibility and responsiveness to evolving project requirements. They will be supported by a comprehensive team structure to ensure effective delivery and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of a state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will make a lasting impact on the community. We look forward to receiving your application!

Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.

We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.

When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices!

We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).

We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there’s a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.

Since 1987, Mitie’s 72,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Together our diversity makes us stronger.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Management

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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