Senior Electrical Contracts Manager
📌 Role Overview
As a Senior Electrical Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of electrical and M&E projects, ensuring they're delivered on time, within budget, and in line with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You'll lead project teams, shape strategic planning, and foster collaboration to achieve company objectives. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you'll also mentor other Contract Managers, fostering a high-performance culture and continuous improvement across the team.
📅 Key Responsibilities
📍 Project Planning & Delivery
Develop and agree detailed programmes of works with Directors
Monitor and update project progress, communicating changes to stakeholders
Resolve delays through strategic interventions and agreed recovery plans
Identify and manage contract variations that impact programme delivery
Ensure timely acquisition of all critical project information
🛠 Procurement
Build and maintain supplier relationships to optimise cost and support
Ensure timely and compliant ordering of materials and subcontractor services
Coordinate tender processes and ensure subcontractor PQQ approval before appointment
💷 Financial Management
Track project costs and manage financial reporting, forecasts, and variations
Maintain order records and ensure accurate weekly labour reporting
Approve supplier invoices, subcontractor payments, timesheets, and expenses
Prepare and negotiate final account settlements
👥 Client Engagement
Represent the company at site meetings and project handovers
Maintain clear communication with clients regarding project status and costs
Manage variation approvals, commissioning processes, and relevant registrations
Deliver Operations & Maintenance manuals and support Feed-in Tariff/RHI applications
Collect client feedback and testimonials; contribute to marketing efforts
👷 Operational Leadership
🧭 Team & Workforce Coordination
Set operational standards across sites for consistency and efficiency
Monitor resource levels and labour requirements to meet programme goals
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and compliance with legislation (Right to Work, CIS, H&S)
🤝 Subcontractor Management
Maintain productive subcontractor relationships
Review subcontractor performance and provide constructive feedback
✅ Quality & Compliance
🔍 Quality Assurance
Drive high-quality outputs with minimal snagging requirements
Agree, track, and close snagging lists in collaboration with clients
Ensure all work complies with Building Regulations and relevant standards
⚠️ Health & Safety
Lead RAMS preparation and ensure operative sign-offs throughout project lifecycle
Monitor H&S compliance on site and attend RISC meetings regularly
Identify and address training requirements to promote safety culture
📝 Additional Duties
Undertake any tasks aligned with your skills and the company's strategic goals
Contribute to business growth through initiatives, events, and continuous improvement