Senior Electrical Project Manager

John G. Mackintosh Limited; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

John G Mackintosh Limited is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead electrical projects from planning through handover, coordinating clients, consultants, engineers, site teams and subcontractors to ensure on-time delivery and conformance with safety, quality and budget requirements.

You will oversee installation, testing and commissioning, review drawings and documentation, and drive project performance while maintaining strong client relationships and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing electrical projects in construction/building services.
• Proven ability to deliver mobilisations to handover.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, testing and commissioning.
• Full UK Driving Licence and PM qualification (APM/PRINCE2)

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Develop and manage project programmes, budgets and resource plans.
• Monitor project performance against programme, commercial and operational targets.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, engineers, site teams and subcontractors.
• Oversee electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Review technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, design teams and other contractors.
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts, variations and commercial performance.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, performance and variations.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and change.
• Lead and contribute to client, project and progress meetings.
• Ensure electrical works comply with relevant standards, regulations and project specifications.
• Drive safe project delivery and promote a strong health and safety culture.
• Ensure quality assurance, inspection and testing requirements are maintained.
• Oversee commissioning, snagging and successful final project handover.
• Maintain accurate project reporting and provide clear updates on project performance.
• Support and mentor members of the project and site teams.

Skills

Electrical project management

Planning & programme management

Client/stakeholder comms

Leadership & decision-making

Commercial acumen

Multi-priority management

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical Eng

Job description

Founded in 1907 as a small family-run business, John G Mackintosh has grown steadily over the years, guided by values that remain central to our success today: Integrity, Diligence, Professionalism, and Collaboration. These principles define our culture and shape the way we work with colleagues, clients, and partners.

Our vision is to be Scotland’s preferred choice for building services solutions, and every member of the JGM team contributes to achieving that goal.

JGM delivers high-quality building services solutions across multiple sectors, supporting clients through safe, reliable, and high-performing engineering delivery.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

JGM is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Role Overview

As a Senior Electrical Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of electrical projects from planning and design coordination through installation, commissioning and final handover.

You will take responsibility for project performance, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality and technical standards. Working closely with clients, consultants, engineers, site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, you will provide strong project leadership while maintaining effective client relationships and driving successful project delivery.

Health, Safety & Environment

Safety is a core value at JGM and must always be a primary consideration in all work activities.

All employees have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 to:

• Take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of colleagues and visitors
• Protect, as far as reasonably practicable, others from risks arising from work activities

All duties must be carried out in accordance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Develop and manage project programmes, budgets and resource plans.
• Monitor project performance against programme, commercial and operational targets.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, engineers, site teams and subcontractors.
• Oversee electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Review technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, design teams and other contractors
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts, variations and commercial performance.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, performance and variations.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and change.
• Lead and contribute to client, project and progress meetings.
• Ensure electrical works comply with relevant standards, regulations and project specifications.
• Drive safe project delivery and promote a strong health and safety culture.
• Ensure quality assurance, inspection and testing requirements are maintained.
• Oversee commissioning, snagging and successful final project handover.
• Maintain accurate project reporting and provide clear updates on project performance.
• Support and mentor members of the project and site teams.

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience managing electrical projects within the construction or building services sector.
• Proven experience delivering projects from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations, testing and commissioning.
• Experience managing project teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Strong commercial awareness, including cost control, forecasting and variations.
• Good understanding of contractual and project delivery requirements.
• Strong planning, organisation and programme management skills.
• Excellent client-facing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to identify and manage project risks and resolve issues effectively.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Proactive, commercially aware and solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant project management qualification such as APM or PRINCE2.
• Professional membership, such as IET.

General

This job description outlines the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the company as necessary, consistent with the level of responsibility and competence of the role.

JGM reserves the right to amend or update this job description in line with business needs and company priorities.