Job Description
Job Title: Electrical Project Manager
Job Summary
My client is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead and deliver electrical installation projects across Cumbria. The role involves managing projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant UK regulations and standards. The Electrical Project Manager will coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Defining technical requirements, developing step-by-step project plans, and outlining timescales from inception to final handover.
Plan, programme, and coordinate electrical installation works on site.
Managing project budgets, variations and cost reporting. This includes, tender negotiation, and procurement of materials and subcontract packages.
Ensuring all work follows strict health and safety guidelines (e.g. RAMS and risk assessments) and complies with national regulations like BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).
Reviewing quotes, drawings and technical submissions, overseeing testing and commissioning, and ensuring snagging (fixing minor faults) is completed to high quality standards.
Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, architects and consultants.
Monitor project progress, quality, and performance against programme.
Attend site meetings, lead progress reviews, and design coordination meetings.
Ensure timely commissioning, testing, certification, and handover documentation.
Supervise and coordinate site teams including Electrical Engineers, technicians, subcontractors and Electrical Supervisors. As well as, allocating labour and providing technical mentoring to junior staff.
Skills and Experience
Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager.
Experience delivering commercial and industrial projects.
Sound understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.
Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Qualifications (Desirable)
Electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
ECS / CSCS card.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Career progression within a growing organisation
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects
this is a great opportunity to develop and progress your career in a supportive and positive working environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £42,000.00-£52,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person