Senior Electrical Contract Manager

CompanyMitie

LocationPlymouth, England, United Kingdom

Posted At3/9/2026

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Production managers and directors in construction

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£53,400 (£27.38 per hour)

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Description

Senior Electrical Contracts Manager

Location: Exeter (initially), transitioning to Plymouth – Derriford Hospital FHP1 site

Project Value: £48 million healthcare hospital development

Programme Completion: December 2028

Role Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to lead the electrical delivery of a flagship MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) healthcare project in Plymouth, valued at £48 million.

This is a high-profile leadership role requiring significant expertise in electrical engineering and project management. The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring that the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget — while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: Oversee all electrical contract elements, ensuring alignment with programme goals, budgets, and milestones.
Planning & Coordination: Develop detailed project plans and schedules. Collaborate closely with MEP disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Resource Management: Allocate labour, materials, and equipment effectively to achieve project objectives.

Quality Assurance: Ensure electrical installations comply with relevant standards and regulations. Conduct inspections and audits to guarantee high-quality work.

Safety Compliance: Enforce robust health and safety practices, addressing risks proactively.

Financial Oversight: Monitor and control expenditure, providing accurate financial and progress reports.

Risk Management: Identify risks and implement effective mitigation and contingency plans.

Client Relations: Act as the main client contact, delivering progress updates and ensuring satisfaction.

Documentation: Maintain accurate project records, including permits, contracts, change orders, and reports.

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.

Qualifications & Experience:

Experience: Significant experience in electrical engineering and project management, with a track record of delivering large-scale MEP projects (healthcare sector experience desirable).
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical systems, BS 7671 wiring regulations, and relevant codes. Proficiency in project management tools/software.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse teams in high-pressure project environments.

Communication: Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.

Problem-Solving: Excellent decision-making ability to manage complex project challenges.

Attention to Detail: Rigorous focus on compliance, safety, and quality standards.

Core Electrical Qualifications:

236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) – essential for compliance and safety.
City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing certification.
JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician status).

Certifications (preferred/advantageous):

SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – required for site management.
PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 – advantageous for structured delivery.
NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training – desirable for public sector and healthcare projects.