Overview
Contracts Manager - Electrical (Brighton & Hove)
Salary: £55,000 (non-negotiable)
Hours: 45 hours per week
Location: Brighton & Hove (office-based with local site coverage)
Benefits: Company van (diesel or electric)
We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to take responsibility for a key commercial contract based in the Brighton & Hove area. This is a hands-on role, managing day-to-day operations while leading engineers and apprentices to deliver reactive, maintenance, remedial and installation works to a high standard.
This position would suit a confident Contracts Manager with strong technical knowledge, excellent client-facing skills, and proven experience managing electrical projects within a commercial environment.
Responsibilities
* Full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a local commercial electrical contract, including reactive, maintenance, remedial and installation works.
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, including commercial and local authority stakeholders.
* Manage projects typically ranging from £50k-£100k in value.
* Prepare quotations, financial budgets, work schedules and client reports.
* Attend client meetings and maintain accurate records using an internal works management system.
* Proactively identify and support new business opportunities.
* Direct line management of engineers, lead engineers and site supervisors.
* Provide mentoring, performance management and ongoing support to the team.
* Supervise subcontractors and deliver toolbox talks and team meetings as required.
* Complete annual staff appraisals and implement follow-up actions.
* Ensure all works comply with current electrical regulations and legal requirements.
* Provide technical support to engineers, clients and internal teams.
* Work towards or operate as NICEIC Qualified Supervisor, completing associated duties.
* Interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation throughout project delivery.
* Develop and implement RAMS and conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance checks.
* Complete non-conformance investigations and support H&S/CPD training material development.
* Order materials and services for assigned works.
* Monitor costs, approve expenditure and manage budgets in line with internal processes.
* Produce job costings, WIP figures and financial reports.
* Submit accurate applications and invoices in line with client requirements.
About You
* Strong knowledge of commercial electrical installations.
* Confident managing teams, clients and multiple workstreams.
* Proactive, organised and hands-on when required.
* Full UK driving licence.
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