The Client

We are looking for an Electrical Project Manager on behalf of our client, an innovative M&E Group recently formed from the merging of 2 well-established, successful companies. This is a great opportunity to join their experienced team, who bring together more than 150+ years’ experience and an extensive client base. Based in Macclesfield, Cheshire, they work across a diverse range of sectors in the North-West including health care, education, pharmaceutical, commercial, and domestic.

The Role and its Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the project and contract management of electrical projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget along with ensuring site safety and quality is maintained.
• Working closely with the Mechanical division to successfully deliver joint projects.
• Supporting the production of electrical tenders for both pre-designed and design & build projects along with project management of awarded contracts.
• Report on ongoing project performance, highlighting at risk projects and providing solutions to help deliver project targets.
• Evaluate opportunities and work with the SMT to identify strategic opportunities.
• Leading the team of employed and subcontracted engineers including direct line management, performance, and development of the team.
• Be responsible for the management of labour resources on multiple sites to ensure project completion on time and within budget.
• Leading and improving the health and safety and compliance processes including undertaking regular site safety inspections.
• Negotiating preferential rates with suppliers to ensure best prices are always achieved.

The Individual

• Comfortable working amongst a team yet equally as driven when working alone
• Able to communicate politely and professionally at all levels, internally and with customers
• Confident oral and written communication skills
• IT proficient in all key Office products, including Excel and comfortable working in an office environment
• High numeracy levels & commercial awareness a must alongside an eye for finer details
• Effectively manage time to meet deadlines
• Good organisational skills and able to manage workload
• Ability to negotiate and influence
• Mentor and support others
• Possess sound management skills
• Capable of remaining focused and calm during busy periods
• Receptive and adaptable to change

Skills and Qualifications

• Recognised industry qualifications
• Able to read and understand tender drawings and specifications
• Proven track record in the electrical services industry.
• Must have sound knowledge of all electrical systems including commercial and industrial installations
• Up to date relevant knowledge of Building legislation, BS7671:2018; BS5839, BS5266 and H&S at Work Act
• Engineering/Installer background would be ideal
• Experience in specialist systems (Nurse call/Fire alarms etc) would be beneficial but not essential

Salary and Package

Competitive Salary dependant on qualifications and experience, ongoing training, pension.