Job Title: Electrical Site Manager (Contract)
Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Duration: 10 Months (Approx.)
Day Rate: Competitive (DOE)
The Company:
Top 3 UK tier 1 contractor
Project values in excess of £20 million pounds
This company is currently at around £9.5 billion turnover per annum with ambitious growth plans over the next couple of years
The company has £16 billion pounds worth of work in the pipeline for 2025
Project Overview:
The client delivering a state-of-the-art new-build mental health unit in Bexhill-on-Sea as part of a wider NHS improvement scheme. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to oversee the electrical installation and delivery for this fast-paced, high-spec healthcare project.
Role Purpose:
As an electrical Site Manager, you will take full ownership of all electrical services on-site, ensuring quality, safety, and programme adherence. You will liaise directly with subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to deliver MEP works to the highest standards expected on a clinical healthcare project.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day site electrical activities in line with project schedule.
* Monitor and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring compliance with design, specification, and H&S standards.
* Oversee installation of HVAC, electrical, and medical gas systems.
* Ensure all Electrical systems are installed and commissioned in line with NHS/public health standards.
* Report progress and issues to the Project Engineer and attend weekly coordination meetings.
* Manage site quality inspections, snagging, and documentation (RAMS, ITPs, test certificates, etc.).
* Work collaboratively with mechanical and construction teams to ensure seamless MEP integration.
* Ensure all site works adhere to statutory health and safety policies.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager on healthcare or large-scale commercial projects.
* SMSTS, CSCS (Supervisor/Manager level), and First Aid.
* Strong knowledge of NHS HTM/HBN guidelines/public health (preferred).
* Experience managing M&E subcontractors on new build projects.
* Ability to interpret Electrical drawings and specifications.
* Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Desirable:
* Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC/HND or higher).
* Experience with BIM or digital construction tools.
* Previous experience working with Tier 1 contractors