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.

Work Environment

• Based at the Exeter Office until December, then transitioning to the Derriford Hospital FHP1 site in Plymouth until programme completion in December 2028.

• Fast-paced, collaborative project environment with strong team support.

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will positively impact the local community for generations.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to lead on one of the region's most significant healthcare projects. You'll be joining a forward-thinking team and will have the chance to shape the successful delivery of a high-value, complex project.

We welcome your application and look forward to exploring how you can make an impact.

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