Electrical Project Manager

Prestwich, Manchester
Meridian Business Support

Electrical Project Manager
Meridian are working with a growing Electrical contractor that specialise in commercial projects and fit-out services. As they continue to win and deliver projects they are looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to supplement the project delivery side. You will be joining a project team whose focus will initially be on a 6-month refurbishment in Manchester and 3-month project in Leeds with further commercial projects in the pipeline. If you are looking to join a growing commercial Electrical contractor then this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits include (but are not exclusive to):

• Starting salary of c.£60k p.a
• Overtime may become available for weekends and additional earning potential (if desired)
• Company van and fuel card, or a car allowance (open to discussions on either)
• Immediate start available (subject to successful application)
• Overseeing regionalised contracts across Manchester and Leeds
• Joining a well-established and growing team
• Wide variety of commercial contracts delivered, specialising in fit-outs, redevelopments, and Cat-A/Cat-B projects
• Company pension scheme
• 45-hour week Mon-Fri, with option for additional hours
• Car allowance available (if desired)
• Mixture of site-based and office-based

Requirements for this role:

• Electrical background required
• Commercial project experience, ideally from design & pre-con up to handover stage
• Up to date knowledge of industry standards, compliance, contract forms, and Health & Safety is essential
• SMSTS not essential, but is preferred
• IOSH, Health & Safety, or any additional qualifications are not essential but would be a bonus
• Experience managing Electrical trades, e.g Apprentices, Electricians, Electrical Testers, and Supervisors
• Strong commercial awareness and financial control skills (costing, forecasting, reporting)
• Experience managing labour, subcontractors, and supply chain performance
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to manage expectations and resolve issues
• Experience in design and pre-con is not essential but would be a bonus

Duties include (but are not exclusive to):

• Full project delivery of commercial electrical contracts
• Deliver works in line with contractual requirements, KPIs, and response times
• Plan and manage resources, materials, budgets, and onsite workers effectively
• Problem-solve when there are potential issues onsite by communicating clearly with onsite management and office staff
• Work with the other members of the commercial and project team to identify, price, and deliver maximise contract value
• Consistently ensure compliance with H&S, compliance reports, and RAMS at all stages of project lifecycles
• Work closely with the commercial team to remain accurate on job costing, forecasting, and progress reports

If you are looking to join a growing project team with increasing regionalised work, then please apply directly to the advert or email (url removed) for more information

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.