Thrift Energy Ltd, part of the Thrift Energy Group, is a leading employee‑owned business specialising in the installation of renewable technologies such as Air‑Source Heat pumps, Solar PV, battery storage and insulation solutions across the UK. Head office is in Team Valley, Gateshead, with long‑term contracts secured under the Warm Homes: Social Housing and Warm Homes: Local Grant schemes. With more than 14 years of experience and continual growth, we are expanding our contracting department to support further growth.
The Warm Homes Plan, published in January 2026, shows the UK government’s £15 bn investment into upgrading homes to help achieve NetZero. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable, secured, long‑term permanent business.
Electrical contracts manager
Lead and manage all contract activities for renewable energy projects, ensuring successful delivery on time, on budget, and to quality, safety and compliance standards. The role bridges project delivery, commercial oversight and client engagement across domestic renewable installations, working with a diverse range of clients and overseeing installations in private residential properties and social housing. Based in Team Valley, the role provides national project oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Contract & Project Management
* Lead the end‑to‑end management of renewable energy contracts, including planning, execution, monitoring and close‑out.
* Coordinate installation and commissioning of low‑carbon technologies (heat pumps, Solar PV, battery storage) alongside conventional heating systems.
* Maintain oversight of multiple contracts, subcontractors and delivery teams.
Commercial & Contractual
* Review, negotiate, and administer contract terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
* Monitor performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and commercial constraints.
* Manage variations, claims, risks and contractual disputes.
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
* Act as the main commercial interface with clients, providing updates, addressing client concerns and ensuring customer satisfaction.
* Work collaboratively with procurement, project management, legal and technical teams.
Compliance & Quality
* Ensure all work complies with UK regulations and industry standards (e.g., building regs, MCS installation standards, health & safety).
* Promote quality assurance processes, risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
Team Leadership & Development
* Mentor, lead and support junior contract administrators, site supervisors or project coordinators.
* Champion training, best practice sharing and workforce competency development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* IET Code of Practice for Grid‑Connected Solar PV Systems
* Technical qualifications: BS 7671 (18th Edition)
* MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) standards
* Knowledge of earthing and bonding requirements
* Safe isolation procedures
* Safety certifications: SSSTS or SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme; desirable), scaffold inspection, 3‑Day First Aid at Work and CSCS (preferable)
Experience & Skills
* Deep understanding of MCS standards
* Technical skills: knowledge of Solar PV installation
* Preferable experience with PAS2035 and energy efficiency upgrades
* Proven experience (3‑7+ years) in contract management/project delivery within the renewables sector, especially managing subcontractors
* Knowledge of UK industry standards for renewables installations, building services and health & safety legislation
* Understanding of Solar PV system design, DC/AC string wiring and inverter technology
* Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience in domestic electrical installations
* Familiarity with battery storage systems
Additional Skills
* Strong commercial and analytical skills with financial awareness
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Proficiency with contract administration and project management tools/software
* Ability to prioritise, manage time effectively and deliver to tight deadlines
Personal Attributes
* Self‑motivated, proactive and a strategic thinker
* Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability
* Collaborative team player and effective leader
* Commitment to quality, safety and customer service excellence
Working Conditions
* Office work with travel to sites required
* Site attendance for installation and commissioning required
* Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays + 3 additional days gifted for Christmas
* Pension: Statutory Pension Scheme
* Private healthcare via Bupa enrolled after successful completion of probation (BIK applies)
Benefits
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Private medical insurance
* Company car
Licence / Certification
* BS 7671 (18th Edition) – required
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) – required
* Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar PV Systems – preferred
* ECS Card – preferred
Job types: Full‑time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00 – £45,000.00 per year
Location: In person
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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