Electrical Project Manager - Food processing
Location: Bristol / Bath / Frome / Chippenham - Wiltshire
Contract: £450.00- £500.00 per day DOE + Expenses (Outside IR35 / Ltd co.)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 - 10hr days - 12 -18 months initially, with likely extension
Join a dynamic FMCG engineering projects Team
The Role:
We are proud to represent a market-leading engineering business seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager from Food processing manufacturing to deliver electrical projects at a key customer FMCG food manufacturing site in Wiltshire.
Key duties & Responsibilities:
* Lead electrical projects from concept through to completion across FMCG manufacturing facilities
* Manage design, installation, commissioning, and fault resolution of electrical systems
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
* Take full responsibility for labour planning, materials procurement, and project coordination
* Produce electrical costings, quotations, and tender submissions
* P&L responsibility, driving cost control and profitability
* Act as the primary client interface, maintaining strong and lasting relationships
* Identify new project opportunities and support business development
* Lead, develop, and supervise teams of electricians (2-10 personnel)
* Oversee RAMS generation, site safety, and compliance activities
* Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, IET Wiring Regulations, and NICEIC standards
* Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments across live manufacturing environments
* Maintain accurate technical and compliance documentation
* Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to source materials and services
* Support continuous improvement through innovation and efficiency initiatives
Candidate Profile:
* Technical & Industry Expertise - Strong background in Food processing / FMCG electrical systems including LV power distribution and control systems
* Experience with process and material handling equipment (mixing, conveying, cooking, packing, palletising)
* Ability to integrate electrical systems with wider engineering and process operations
* Apprentice trained with 17th/18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* Inspection & Testing (2391), ECS Manager Card, NEBOSH/SSSTS desirable
* Circa 10 years' experience in FMCG electrical project delivery
* Proven leadership, project management, and financial control capability
* Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills
* Flexible to travel / stay away UK wide where required
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected engineering organisation delivering complex, high-value projects within Food processing / FMCG sector.
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