Electrical Contracts Manager

Central London
Salary: Up to £100,000 (DOE)
Sector: Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment
Project Values: Up to £40m
Employment Type: Permanent

Role Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to join a well-established Mechanical & Electrical Design and Installation specialist operating at the top end of the commercial fit-out market.

This is a senior delivery role responsible for overseeing high-value electrical packages on fast-track CAT A & CAT B commercial fit-out projects across Central London for Blue Chip corporate clients.

The successful candidate must bring depth, stability, and a clear track record of managing large-scale electrical installations within demanding programme environments.

Company Overview

The business is a Mechanical and Electrical Design Specialist delivering competitive, technically robust installations across both spec & build and design & build projects.

• 60-65% of turnover derived from fast-track commercial fit-out & refurbishment

• Remaining turnover from new build commercial, health, leisure, hotel and education sectors

• All staff directly employed

• All services managed in-house

• Strong, long-term domestic subcontractor supply chain

• Established reputation within Tier One contractor environments

Key Responsibilities

Project & Commercial Management

• Take full responsibility for delivery of electrical packages from pre-construction handover through to practical completion

• Manage project programmes, ensuring works are delivered on time and within budget

• Oversee cost control, variations, and commercial reporting

• Attend progress meetings with clients, consultants and main contractors

• Manage risk and ensure compliance with contractual obligations

Site & Team Leadership

• Manage Electrical Project Managers, Site Managers and Supervisors

• Oversee subcontractors and direct labour

• Ensure strong H&S compliance across all projects

• Monitor quality control and commissioning processes

• Ensure smooth coordination with mechanical and wider M&E teams

Technical Oversight

• Review drawings and specifications

• Resolve technical and coordination issues

• Work closely with design and pre-construction teams

• Ensure compliance with BS7671 and all relevant regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager within M&E contracting

• Strong commercial fit-out experience (CAT A & CAT B essential)

• Experience managing electrical packages up to £40m

• Strong exposure to Tier One contractors or equivalent

• Stable career history with consistent progression

• Clear electrical delivery background (not mixed estimating-only profiles)

• Strong understanding of fast-track Central London projects

• Excellent client-facing and leadership skills

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical or building services qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)

• SMSTS

• CSCS (Management level)

• Strong working knowledge of electrical building services systems

Working Arrangements

• Central London project-based role

• Office base in Canary Wharf

• Site presence expected throughout project lifecycle

• Some flexibility may be offered depending on programme stage

This is not a remote-heavy position – strong site leadership presence is required.

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £100,000 (depending on experience)

• Long-term career stability within a well-established contractor

• Exposure to high-profile, Blue Chip commercial projects

• Professional and technically strong internal support structure