Project Manager Construction

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£50,000–£55,000 a year

Leicester

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This electrical project manager role oversees building services projects from initial planning to final installation and commissioning. The work involves coordinating site teams and subcontractors while managing project budgets, technical specifications, and compliance with industry standards.

Best for

Experienced electrical building services project managers

Non-negotiable

Full UK driving licence required.

Worth knowing

Travel to project sites across Leicestershire and the East Midlands is required.

What you need

Required

  • Electrical building services

    5+ years

  • Project management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Commercial electrical installations

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Project budget management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • BS 7671 knowledge

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Driving licence

    Clearly required in the listing

Preferred

  • Electrical qualification

    Clearly required in the listing

  • SMSTS certification

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Commercial management

    Clearly required in the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Manage electrical installation projects

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Develop project programmes

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Coordinate site resources

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Control project finances

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Review technical documentation

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor compliance and safety

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Oversee testing and commissioning

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Identify and mitigate risks

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Mid-level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

5+ years

of relevant experience stated for this role

Clearly stated in the listing

Evidence from the listing

Supports level and years

“Essential Requirements Approximately 5+ years' experience in electrical building services, with demonstrable project management experience.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Electrical Project Manager Location: Leicestershire / East Midlands, with travel to project sites Salary: £50,000–£(phone number removed) per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Full-time, permanent About the Company An established and growing building services contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join its close-knit team. The company delivers electrical and mechanical building services solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, residential and public-sector projects. With a hands-on approach and a strong reputation for quality, reliability and client relationships, the business takes pride in delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially aware Electrical Project Manager who wants to take ownership of projects and make a genuine contribution to a growing business. The Role As Electrical Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing electrical building services projects from pre-construction and planning through to installation, commissioning and final handover. Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams, you will ensure projects are delivered to the required technical, commercial and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage electrical installation projects from initial planning through to completion and handover. Develop and monitor project programmes, ensuring works are delivered on schedule. Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, labour, materials and equipment. Manage project budgets, costs, variations, valuations and financial reporting. Attend client meetings, design meetings and site progress meetings. Liaise with main contractors, consultants, suppliers and other trades to resolve technical and programme issues. Review drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure installations meet project requirements. Monitor quality, health and safety, and compliance with relevant electrical regulations and industry standards. Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging and final project handover. Identify risks and potential delays, implementing practical solutions where required. Build strong working relationships with clients and support repeat business. Ensure projects are completed to a high standard while maintaining commercial control. About You To be successful in this role, you will have a background in electrical building services and proven experience managing electrical installation projects within the construction or MEP sector. You will be organised, commercially aware and confident communicating with clients and site teams. Essential Requirements Approximately 5+ years' experience in electrical building services, with demonstrable project management experience. Strong knowledge of commercial or industrial electrical installations. Experience managing project programmes, budgets, subcontractors and site resources. Good understanding of electrical drawings, specifications and installation requirements. Knowledge of relevant BS 7671 requirements, health and safety legislation and construction compliance. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach to project delivery and the ability to manage competing priorities. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites. Desirable An electrical qualification, such as an NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or degree in an electrical or building services discipline. SMSTS or equivalent site management training. Experience with project commercial management, valuations and variations. Experience delivering projects across commercial, education, healthcare, industrial or public-sector environments. What's on Offer? Com

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