Full job descriptionElectrical Project Manager
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Package
Sector: Electrical Building Services | M&E | Commercial Construction
Job Type: Permanent
The OpportunityAn established and growing building services contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join their Milton Keynes team.
With a strong pipeline of commercial projects secured across the region, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to handover, working with clients, consultants and site teams to deliver high-quality installations safely, on time and within budget.
Projects include commercial fit-outs, CAT A and CAT B refurbishments, design and build schemes, electrical infrastructure upgrades and specialist building services installations.
This role would suit a commercially aware Electrical Project Manager who enjoys managing the full project lifecycle and building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities*Manage projects from pre-construction through to completion and client handover.
*Lead all aspects of project delivery, including procurement, programme management, installation, testing and commissioning.
*Coordinate subcontractors, supervisors, engineers and site teams.
*Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved.
*Oversee procurement of materials, plant and subcontract packages.
*Monitor project budgets, costs, variations and financial performance.
*Identify and mitigate commercial, technical and programme risks.
*Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors and key stakeholders.
*Manage technical queries, RFIs, design changes and project documentation.
*Ensure installations comply with specifications, drawings and current industry standards.
*Coordinate electrical works alongside mechanical and wider construction packages.
*Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover activities.
*Drive high standards of quality, health & safety and project reporting.
*Ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably and to the highest standard.
Project ExperienceExperience in some or all of the following would be advantageous:
*Commercial office fit-outs
*CAT A & CAT B refurbishment projects
*Design & Build schemes
*Landlord and tenant works
*Electrical infrastructure upgrades
*LV distribution systems
*Lighting and emergency lighting
*Small power installations
*Fire alarm systems
*Structured cabling and data installations
*Security and access control systems
*UPS and standby power systems
*BMS and controls integration
*Testing and commissioning
Requirements*Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within Building Services, M&E or Electrical Contracting.
*Strong technical understanding of electrical installations and project delivery.
*Experience delivering commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.
*Design & Build project experience preferred.
*Strong planning, procurement and programme management skills.
*Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, variations and cost control.
*Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and client relationships.
*Good knowledge of current UK electrical standards, health & safety legislation and CDM regulations.
*SMSTS certification.
*CSCS or ECS Card.
*HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent electrical qualification advantageous.
If you’re an experienced Electrical Project Manager looking to join a successful contractor with a strong reputation and exciting growth plans, we’d love to hear from you.