Electrical Contract Manager
Location: Exeter, Devon
Type: Permanent, Full‑Time
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Contract Manager to join our Mitie Projects South Team in Exeter. This role reports to the Operations Manager and involves full ownership of multiple projects, including traditional and Design & Build schemes. You will be responsible for planning, procurement, delivery, financial performance and client satisfaction, ensuring safe and successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of electrical projects from pre‑construction through to handover.
* Manage project planning, resourcing, budgets and timelines.
* Conduct site visits, surveys, client meetings, inspections and handovers (travel and overnight stays may be required).
* Provide guidance and support to project teams, monitoring performance and development.
* Oversee procurement of materials, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring cost efficiency.
* Manage the customer relationship, handling expectations and resolving disputes.
* Prepare and present Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) forecasts to management.
* Liaise with Design, Estimating and Subcontract teams to ensure successful project delivery.
* Drive performance improvements and promote continuous development within the operations team.
* Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety, statutory testing and industry standards (IEE, NICEIC, JCT, NEC, etc.).
* Maintain accurate project documentation, permits to work and compliance registers.
* Identify and maximise opportunities for extra works and revenue growth.
What You’ll Need To Succeed
* Core electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds).
* Ideally HNC / HND in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
* Proven experience as an Electrical Contract Manager or Project Manager.
* Strong background in Health & Safety management, including CDM Regulations.
* Commercially astute with excellent financial and project management skills.
* Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
* Ability to lead teams, manage change and deliver projects successfully under pressure.
Why Join Us
* Leading building services team delivering projects across multiple sectors.
* Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
* Competitive salary, benefits and company‑wide support.
* A collaborative working culture built on safety, performance and customer service.
* Access to high‑street discounts, cycle‑to‑work schemes, pension contributions, a salary finance scheme and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
* Recognition through Mitie Stars and other employee appreciation programmes.
Apply Today
Apply today and help shape the delivery of exceptional MEP projects with Mitie.
Employment Statement
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know by emailing Dan Dyke at Dan.dyke@mitie.com.
Company Background
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, providing services to household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals and schools.
Benefits & Lifestyle
Our market‑leading offering includes flexible lifestyle benefits, such as the Choices platform where you can buy extra holiday days, critical illness insurance, dental treatment and technology at an affordable cost. We also provide enhanced pension contributions and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
Diversity & Inclusion
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