Overview
Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to lead the electrical delivery of a flagship MEP healthcare project in Plymouth, valued at £48 million. Location initially Exeter, transitioning to Plymouth – Derriford Hospital FHP1 site.
This is a high-profile leadership role requiring significant expertise in electrical engineering and project management. The successful candidate will ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Management: Oversee all electrical contract elements, ensuring alignment with programme goals, budgets, and milestones.
* Planning & Coordination: Develop detailed project plans and schedules. Collaborate with MEP disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
* Resource Management: Allocate labour, materials, and equipment effectively to achieve project objectives.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure electrical installations comply with relevant standards/regulations. Conduct inspections and audits to guarantee high-quality work.
* Safety Compliance: Enforce robust health and safety practices, addressing risks proactively.
* Financial Oversight: Monitor and control expenditure, providing accurate financial and progress reports.
* Risk Management: Identify risks and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
* Client Relations: Act as main client contact, delivering progress updates and ensuring satisfaction.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate project records, including permits, contracts, change orders, and reports.
* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience: Significant experience in electrical engineering and project management, with a track record of delivering large-scale MEP projects (healthcare sector experience desirable).
* Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical systems, BS 7671 wiring regulations, and relevant codes. Proficiency in project management tools/software.
* Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse teams in high-pressure project environments.
* Communication: Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Problem-Solving: Excellent decision-making ability to manage complex project challenges.
* Attention to Detail: Rigorous focus on compliance, safety, and quality standards.
Core Electrical Qualifications
* 236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) – essential for compliance and safety.
* City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing certification.
* JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician status).
Certifications (preferred/advantageous)
* SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – required for site management.
* PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 – advantageous for structured delivery.
* NEC3/NEC4 Contract Training – desirable for public sector and healthcare projects.
* Location: Based at the Exeter Office until December, then transitioning to the Derriford Hospital FHP1 site in Plymouth until programme completion in December 2028.
* Fast-paced, collaborative project environment with strong team support.
* Opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will positively impact the local community for generations.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to lead on one of the region's most significant healthcare projects. You'll be joining a forward-thinking team and will have the chance to shape the successful delivery of a high-value, complex project.
We welcome your application and look forward to exploring how you can make an impact.
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