Job Title: Electrical Site Manager (Projects Division)

Location: Multiple Sites Across the North West | Base: Cheshire

Salary: £18.00-£22.00 per hour (DOE) + Bonus Scheme + Car Allowance

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company

This long-established and growing M&E contractor delivers technically challenging projects across healthcare, education, commercial, and specialist sectors. With a reputation for high-quality installations and safety-focused delivery, they are seeking an Electrical Site Manager to oversee large-scale schemes with an electrical bias as part of their dedicated Projects Division.

Why Join?

Competitive Pay

: £18-£22/hour (negotiable based on experience), plus regular salary reviews

Bonuses: Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme

Benefits: Car allowance, company pension, uniform & PPE, and on-site parking

Job Security: Permanent position with a reputable, expanding firm

Progression: Career development and leadership training opportunities

Impactful Work: Key role managing essential projects that shape public and private infrastructure

The Role

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of M&E projects (electrically biased), ensuring delivery to scope, schedule, and budget. Reporting to the Projects Manager, you'll coordinate multi-skilled teams, manage subcontractors, maintain compliance, and drive high standards across all phases of site delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead electrical delivery on M&E projects, ensuring safe, timely, and budget-aligned outcomes

Coordinate on-site labour, engineers, and subcontractors using internal software platforms

Procure and forecast materials, equipment, and resource requirements

Ensure works are delivered to BS7671 (18th Edition) and HTM 06-01 where applicable

Conduct testing, inspections, and sign-off of completed electrical works

Oversee joint M&E delivery in collaboration with mechanical teams

Handle site-level contract administration: programming, schedules, documentation, and reporting

Provide regular performance updates, identify risks, and support proactive issue resolution

Line-manage and mentor engineers and apprentices, including performance reviews and development

Lead H&S implementation across sites; conduct safety audits and ensure statutory compliance

Maintain all project documentation (e.g. permits, sign-offs, certifications) to legal and client standards

Negotiate supplier pricing and assist estimators with procurement and commercial alignment

Support hands-on work on-site when required to meet project needs

What You'll Need

Qualifications & Certifications

ECS Gold Card [Essential]

Full UK Driving Licence [Essential]

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation [Essential]

SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) [Essential]

2391 Test & Inspection [Desirable]

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical/Building Services [Desirable]

CSCS Black Managers Card [Desirable]

Experience

Site management experience within M&E contracting [Essential]

Strong background in electrical systems delivery (commercial and/or industrial) [Essential]

Familiarity with healthcare, education, or similar regulated sectors [Desirable]

Hands-on experience as an engineer or installer [Essential]

SimPRO or similar project/documentation software use [Desirable]

Exposure to both principal contractor and subcontractor working environments [Essential]

Understanding of HTM 06-01 standards [Desirable]

Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

Excellent understanding of BS7671, electrical compliance, and health & safety legislation

Knowledge of temporary works and Building Safety Act requirements

Awareness of specialist systems such as BMS, fire alarms, security, and lighting control [Desirable]

Skills & Attributes

Detail-focused with strong organisational and time management abilities

Personable, professional, and a confident communicator at all levels

Capable of reading technical drawings, specs, and interpreting tender documents

Problem-solving mindset with strong commercial awareness

Comfortable managing deadlines, competing priorities, and adapting under pressure

A collaborative leader who can inspire and develop site teams

Other Requirements

Willing to undergo enhanced DBS and site-specific clearance

Flexible to travel and work across North West sites

Able to work occasional weekends or overtime as required

If you're a motivated Electrical Site Manager seeking a long-term position with real career potential, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front, deliver complex projects, and work with a team that values professionalism, precision, and pride in the job.

Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career