Electrical Project Manager

We Build Recruitment are now looking to hire an Electrical Project Manager on behalf of our client, a leading Welsh headquarted company with over 50 years of experience in delivering mechanical and electrical building services

The Electrical Project Manager will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of electrical services projects across sectors including student accommodation, education ,and healthcare. The role involves managing projects from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and in full compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

* Manage electrical projects from tender award through to final completion and handover

* Develop and maintain detailed project programmes, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within agreed financial targets

* Coordinate design development and resolve technical issues in collaboration with consultants and design teams

Commercial & Financial Management

* Control project costs, variations, and valuations

* Prepare and submit monthly project reports, including cost/value reconciliations

* Manage procurement of materials, plant, and subcontractors

* Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks

Health, Safety & Compliance

* Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation, company policies, and site-specific requirements

* Manage risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permits to work

* Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards and regulations (e.g. BS 7671, HTMs for healthcare, education standards)

Team & Stakeholder Management

* Lead and coordinate site managers, supervisors, engineers, and subcontractors

* Liaise with clients, main contractors, consultants, and statutory authorities

* Chair and attend project meetings, providing clear communication and leadership

* Foster strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Quality & Handover

* Ensure installations meet specification, drawings, and quality standards

* Manage testing, commissioning, and certification processes

* Oversee production of O&M manuals and as-built documentation

* Support defect resolution during the defects liability period

Skills & Competencies

* Strong project and people management skills

* Excellent commercial awareness and cost control ability

* High level of technical electrical knowledge

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

* Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

* Proactive, organised, and results-driven approach

Qualifications & Experience

-HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent)

-Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager or similar role

-SMSTS or SSSTS (preferred)

-CSCS (Management level)

-Knowledge of current electrical regulations and industry standards