Electrical Project Manager

Milton Keynes Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will lead electrical projects from pre-construction through handover for a busy Milton Keynes contractor. You will work with clients, consultants and site teams to deliver installations safely, on time and within budget, across commercial fit-outs and refurbishments. You’ll own the full lifecycle—from procurement and programming to testing and commissioning—while managing risks and ensuring quality. This position offers growth with a reputable contractor pursuing a strong project pipeline and transformation in building services. A key hook is delivering high-standard, design-led electrical solutions within a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.

Responsibilities

Lead projects from pre-construction to client handover
Manage procurement, programme, installation, testing and commissioning
Coordinate subcontractors, supervisors, engineers and site teams
Develop and maintain project programmes; meet milestones
Oversee procurement of materials, plant and subcontract packages
Monitor budgets, variations, and financial performance
Identify and mitigate commercial, technical and programme risks
Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors and stakeholders
Manage technical queries, RFIs, design changes and project documentation
Ensure installations comply with specifications and standards
Coordinate electrical works with mechanical/construction packages
Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging and handover
Drive quality, health & safety and project reporting
Deliver projects safely, profitably and to a high standard

Key requirements

SMSTS
CSCS or ECS Card
Strong planning, procurement and programme management skills
Commercial awareness with budgets, variations and cost control
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and client relationships
Good knowledge of UK electrical standards, health & safety legislation and CDM regulations
HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent electrical qualification advantageous