Senior Electrical Contracts Manager

Randstad CPE; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to oversee the electrical delivery of a flagship MEP healthcare project worth £48 million. This role requires significant expertise in electrical engineering and project management, with a focus on quality and compliance. The successful candidate will initially be based in Exeter before transitioning to Plymouth and must ensure safe and efficient project delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical engineering and project management.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams in a high-pressure project environment.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all electrical contract elements and develop project plans.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and subcontractors.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor and control project expenditure, providing reports.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Act as main point of contact for the client.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing certification

JIB Gold Card

Tools

PMP certification

PRINCE2 certification

NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training

Job description

Overview

Location: Exeter (initially), transitioning to Plymouth site
Project Value: £48 million
Programme Completion: December 2028

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to lead the electrical delivery on a flagship £48 million MEP healthcare project. The successful candidate will be based initially in Exeter before transitioning to the site in Plymouth.

This is a high-profile leadership role that requires significant expertise in electrical engineering and project management. You will be responsible for ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget, upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Planning: Oversee all electrical contract elements, developing detailed project plans and schedules to meet programme goals and milestones.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections and audits to ensure all electrical installations comply with BS 7671 wiring regulations and other relevant standards.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor and control project expenditure, providing accurate financial and progress reports to stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and implement effective mitigation and contingency plans.
• Client Relations: Act as the main point of contact for the client, providing regular progress updates and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce robust health and safety practices on site, with a rigorous focus on compliance and site safety.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Significant experience in electrical engineering and project management, with a proven track record of delivering large-scale MEP projects. Experience in the healthcare sector is desirable but not essential.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse teams in a high-pressure project environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent decision-making ability to manage complex project challenges.
• Technical Expertise:
  • 236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) is essential for compliance and safety.
  • City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing certification.
  • JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician status).

Certifications (Preferred)

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) is required for site management.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 is advantageous for structured project delivery.
• NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training is desirable for public sector and healthcare projects.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Job Info

Job Title: Senior Electrical Contracts Manager

Location: Competitive

Posted: Sep 18th 2025

Closes: Oct 19th 2025

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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