Electrical Foreman

M&E Foreman / Electrical Foreman

Location:

London and the Home Counties
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits:
Company van, holiday allowance and pension scheme
Overview

We are seeking an experienced M&E Foreman or Electrical Foreman to oversee the delivery of multiple commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across London and the Home Counties.

The role is predominantly electrical, and candidates from an Electrical Foreman or Electrical Supervisor background will be strongly considered. However, a sound working knowledge of mechanical building services is essential, as the successful candidate will coordinate both electrical and mechanical installation works on site.

Projects typically range in value from £10,000 to £1 million and include commercial refurbishments, retail units, back-of-house facilities and associated M&E installations.

This position requires someone with proven commercial fit-out experience who is confident managing subcontractors, coordinating trades and maintaining programme, quality and health and safety standards across multiple live projects.

Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate electrical and mechanical installation works across multiple commercial fit-out projects.
Manage and direct subcontractors and site operatives across various locations.
Ensure works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Liaise with Project Managers, Site Managers, clients, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
Coordinate electrical installations, including power, lighting, containment, fire alarms, data and associated systems.
Oversee mechanical works and ensure effective coordination with electrical services.
Review construction drawings, specifications and programmes to plan and sequence works.
Monitor labour, materials, plant and equipment requirements.
Conduct site inspections, quality checks and progress reviews.
Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and project documentation.
Support commissioning, snagging and project handovers.
Identify and resolve site issues to minimise delays and maintain productivity.
Attend project meetings and provide clear progress and risk updates.

Essential Requirements
Proven experience as an M&E Foreman, Electrical Foreman, M&E Supervisor or Electrical Supervisor.
Demonstrable experience delivering commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects.
Strong electrical installation background with supervisory experience.
Good working knowledge of mechanical building services.
Experience coordinating mechanical and electrical trades on site.
Experience managing subcontractors and operatives across live commercial projects.
Ability to manage multiple projects, sites or work fronts simultaneously.

Experience with power, lighting, containment, fire alarm and data installations.
Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and site procedures.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and programmes.
Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements
SSSTS or SMSTS.
ECS Gold Card or equivalent.
First Aid MA and/or IPAF.
Experience working in live or occupied commercial environments.
Experience supporting commissioning, snagging and handover activities.

Package
Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
Company van provided.
Pension scheme.
Paid holiday entitlement.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Varied portfolio of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across London and the Home Counties.

Project Types
Commercial fit-outs
Commercial refurbishments
Retail units
Back-of-house facilities
Electrical installations and upgrades
Mechanical and electrical small works
Live and occupied commercial environments

This role would suit an electrically biased Foreman or Supervisor with proven commercial fit-out experience, solid mechanical awareness and the ability to manage subcontractors across several fast-paced projects.

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