Senior Project Manager

Dalkia UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead high‑profile defence electrical projects from concept through commissioning in Manchester. You will provide strong technical leadership, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the required safety and quality standards.

You will promote a culture of safety, oversee detailed electrical designs, and collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to achieve project success and

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• CSCS Managers Card.
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all electrical engineering aspects of projects from concept through to completion.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to project teams.
• Ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality, regulatory and safety standards.
• Monitor budgets and programmes, identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships.
• Integrate electrical systems with other disciplines and ensure performance objectives are met.

Skills

Electrical project management

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

CSCS Managers Card

IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Project Manager to join our Manchester team working on our high‑profile defence project. At Dalkia Engineering, we pride ourselves on designing, delivering, and commissioning electrical and mechanical installation systems in a variety of industry-leading buildings.

What you’ll be doing;

The Senior Electrical Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing the electrical aspects of the projects from initial concept through to successful completion. The role ensures that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with required quality, technical and regulatory standards. This position provides strong technical leadership while supporting project teams and maintaining close collaboration with clients and stakeholders.

• Lead and manage all electrical engineering aspects of projects from concept through to completion.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to project teams.
• Ensure project is delivered in line with agreed timelines, budgets and performance objectives.

Health & Safety

• Promote and champion a strong culture of safety excellence across all project activities.
• Support the development and implementation of health and safety strategies, policies and procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Electrical Design and Technical Oversight

• Support the development and review of detailed electrical designs including power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, fire alarms, communications, and building systems integration.
• Ensure effective integration of electrical systems with mechanical, structural, and other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure designs meet performance, regulatory and operational requirements.

Budget and Programme Management

• Monitor project budgets and programme schedules, identifying risks and potential delays.
• Implement effective mitigation strategies to maintain project performance.
• Work closely with project teams to optimise resource allocation and improve delivery efficiency.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct detailed technical reviews of electrical designs and project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain high standards of technical quality, documentation, and system performance.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical and project risks associated with electrical systems and installations.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project delivery.

Client Engagement

• Collaborate closely with client to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Present technical solutions, design options, and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Maintain strong relationships with client throughout the project lifecycle.

Who we’re looking for;

To be successful in this role you’ll need a proven track record as a Senior Electrical Project Manager or Electrical Project Manager, or we could consider a Senior Electrical Engineer within the MEP, Building Services sector with strong project management skills.

You’ll have experience of delivering large-scale electrical installation projects from design through to commissioning and handover and experience managing large electrical packages, within complex environments.

In addition, you will need experience managing multidisciplinary teams including engineers, subcontractors and site management personnel with the ability to manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers and resource planning.

You’ll be a confident communicator with the ability to build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• CSCS Managers Card.
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate preferred.