Electrical contracts manager
Job Description:
Thrift Energy Ltd, Part of the Thrift Energy Group, are one of the UK's leading employee-owned businesses specialising in the installation of renewable technologies such as Air Source Heat pumps, Solar PV & Battery storage and insulation solutions working across the UK. Head office is based in Team Valley Gateshead with long term contracts secured working under the Warm Homes: Social Housing & Warm Homes: Local Grant schemes. With over 14 years of experience and due to continual growth, we are looking to build on our established contracting department to support growth.
The Warm Homes Plan published January 2026 shows the UK's governments £15bn investment into providing millions of homes within the UK upgrades to help achieve NetZero. As an established company within this sector this is an exciting opportunity to join a stable business with secured long-term permanent employment.
To lead and manage all contract activities associated with renewable energy projects, - ensuring successful delivery on time, on budget, and to quality, safety and compliance standards. This role bridges project delivery, commercial oversight, and client engagement across domestic renewable installations working with a diverse range of clients and overseeing installation in private residential properties and social housing. Working from our Head office in Team Valley with oversight on projects on a national basis.
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Key Responsibilities
Contract & Project Management
* Lead the end-to-end management of renewable energy contracts, including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
* Coordinate installation and commissioning of low-carbon technologies (e.g., heat pumps, Solar PV, battery storage) alongside conventional heating systems.
* Maintain oversight of multiple contracts, subcontractors, and delivery teams.
Commercial & Contractual
* Review, negotiate and administer contract terms with, suppliers, and subcontractors.
* Monitor performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and commercial constraints.
* Manage variations, claims, risks, and contractual disputes.
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
* Act as the main commercial interface with clients, providing updates, addressing client concerns and ensuring customer satisfaction.
* Work collaboratively with procurement, project management, legal, and technical teams.
Compliance & Quality
* Ensure all work complies with UK regulations and industry standards (e.g., building regs, MCS installation standards, health & safety).
* Promote quality assurance processes, risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
Team Leadership & Development
* Mentor, lead, and support junior contract administrators, site supervisors, or project coordinators.
* Champion training, best practice sharing and workforce competency development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems
* Technical Qualifications: BS 7671 (18th Edition)
* MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) standards
* Knowledge of earthing and bonding requirements
* Safe isolation procedures
Safety Certifications: SSSTS or SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme. Desirable
Preferrable: Scaffold Inspection, 3 Day First Aid at Work and CSCS
Experience & Skills
* A deep understanding of MCS standards.
* Technical Skills: Knowledge of Solar PV installation.
* Preferable Experience with PAS2035 and energy efficiency upgrades is often required.
* Proven experience (typically 3-7+ years) in contract management/project delivery within the renewables sector, particularly in managing subcontractors.
* Knowledge of UK industry standards for renewables installations, building services, and health & safety legislation.
* Understanding of Solar PV system design, DC/AC string wiring, and Inverter technology.
* Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in domestic electrical installations
* Familiarity with battery storage systems
Skills
* Strong commercial and analytical skills with financial awareness.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficiency with contract administration and project management tools/software.
* Ability to prioritise, manage time effectively, and deliver to tight deadlines.
Personal Attributes
* Self-motivated, proactive and a strategic thinker.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
* Collaborative team player and effective leader.
* Commitment to quality, safety, and customer service excellence.
Working Conditions
* Office working with travel to sites required.
* Site attendance on installation and commissioning activities required.
* Holidays - 20 days + Bank holidays + 3 additional days gifted for Christmas.
* Pension - Statutory Pension Scheme
* Private Healthcare - Via Bupa to be enrolled after successful completion of probation period (BIK applies)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
* Company car
* Private medical insurance
Licence/Certification:
* BS 7671 (18th Edition) (required)
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) (required)
* Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar PV Systems (preferred)
* ECS Card (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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