Senior Electrical Contracts Manager
Location: Exeter (initially), transitioning to Plymouth – Derriford Hospital FHP1 site
Project Value: £48 million healthcare hospital development
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.
- 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.
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Engineering and Administrative
- Construction and Facilities Services
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