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The Company
Our client is a provider of high-quality electrical engineering services across commercial, industrial and residential sectors. They hold a wealth of industry experience having an extensive portfolio and order book across the North. They specialise in delivering comprehensive electrical installations, maintenance, and energy-efficient solutions tailored to meet the needs of their clients and have a strong reputation for excellence.
The Project
As an experienced Electrical Project Manager, you will have a key role as part of the senior management team overseeing the electrical package on an office refurbishment in central Newcastle. You will be managing the planning, coordination and execution of all electrical works to ensure they meet design specification, budgets and deadlines. You will also manage potential risks, and resolve any issues that arise, ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and in a safe and efficient manner.
Requirements
For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;
- SMSTS
- First Aid
- Valid CSCS / JIB / ECS Card
It is also essential that you hold the experience below;
- Demonstrated industry experience with a history of successfully overseeing electrical packages in excess of 250k
- Minimum of three years in an Electrical Project Manager or equivalent role for a reputable contractor or subcontractor
Additional skills;
- IT Skills
- Effective time management
- Quality & risk management
- Excellent leadership abilities
- Commercial knowledge (not essential but desirable)
- Knowledgeable of construction laws and regulations
- Solid understanding of contract terms and conditions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail
- Thorough understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices
- A proficient understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques
- Proficient in project management software, industry-specific tools, and relevant technical expertise
The Role
- Job Title: Electrical Project Manager
- Job Type: Long-term Freelance
- Project: 500k Office Fit Out
- Location: Central Newcastle
- Duration: 6 months minimum
- Reporting to: Contracts Director
Duties
- Inductions
- Tool box talks
- Conduction of audits
- Oversee daily electrical operations
- Offer specialised electrical expertise
- Direct liaison with other subcontractors
- Oversee and coordinate electrical works
- Resolve challenges that could affect project timelines
- Conduct thorough project assessments and analyses
- Monitor project spending to maintain budget alignment
- Work closely with head office to appoint subcontractors
- Maintain and enforce health and safety standards on-site
- Working closely and directly reporting to Contracts Director
- Identify potential risks and develop strategies to minimise them
- Monitor project timelines and ensure adherence to the schedule
- Respond to client concerns and issues swiftly and professionally
- Identify and allocate necessary resources, including staff, equipment, and materials
- Collaborate with procurement to ensure the on-time delivery of materials and equipment
- Provide regular project updates and progress reports to clients, management, and other stakeholders
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Set and maintain quality control standards to ensure project deliverables meet the defined requirements
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including plans, schedules, budgets, and reports
This is a long-term freelance position with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw - Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)
