Project Manager – Electrical Projects

Manchester, UK

Fulltime/Permanent

Salary: DOE

Role Purpose:

To control the overall operational delivery of projects, including health and safety, technical, commercial and managerial requirements, from bid stage and pre-commencement through to practical completion.

The successful candidate will ensure profitability is maintained or improved through effective leadership, while delivering a high level of customer service and working closely with key support functions assigned to the project (including planning, commercial, technical and safety teams).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate strong Health & Safety leadership, ensuring a safety-first culture is clearly visible across all project activities.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies, processes and procedures.
• Ensure all works comply with the organisation’s IT services and infrastructure standards, while meeting and exceeding client expectations and relevant international standards and manufacturer installation guidelines.
• Provide leadership to the project delivery team, maximising the potential of both the team and the individuals within it.
• Participate in bid activities when requested by senior management, working closely with the Business Development function and following established bid and opportunity management processes.
• Contribute to the preparation of business plans and budgets, based on contract parameters and project objectives.
• Identify and implement opportunities to maximise project profitability.
• Continuously monitor contract profitability using appropriate commercial and financial management practices.
• Provide accurate input to monthly project reviews, ensuring senior management have full visibility of project progress and financial performance.
• Manage all activities required for the successful delivery of projects in line with agreed quality, commercial and programme targets, ensuring completion within timescale and cost constraints.
• Maintain positive customer relationships through the efficient delivery of projects, supporting future opportunities and long-term business growth.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Time-served apprentice or relevant Electrical qualifications
• CSCS Black Card
• SMSTS
• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects exceeding £2m
• Strong ability to plan, coordinate and prioritise workloads
• Good knowledge and understanding of a range of electrical systems and installation methods
• Highly organised with the ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong people management and leadership skills