Electrical Manager

Posted 1 month ago

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Posted 1 month ago

WRG

The Client:
Our client is a leading London-based, privately owned building services contractor specialising in Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) design and installation for large-scale residential and commercial projects. Established in 2003, they have a skilled team of over 200 professionals delivering comprehensive services including mechanical and electrical installations, design, BIM-integrated prefabrication, facilities management, and aftercare. Their portfolio features prestigious residential developments for tier 1 contractors and developers, demonstrating expertise in high-spec MEP shell & core and fit-out works.

Project Overview:

Our Client has been appointed to deliver the MEP Shell & Core and Cat A fitout for a new 22 Storey Office Building located in Southwark. The successful candidate will be a key member of the MEP project team.

Electrical Manager Responsibilities :

To manage and co-ordinate the Electrical division for the office block project from conception through to delivery
Manage and oversee the on-site construction team, including Electrical and external Contractors
Track production and schedule works
To complete accurate bulk material take offs for all Electrical infrastructure materials including, Containment, SWA, Busbar, lighting, Panels etc
Assist with the management of material onsite ensuring supply is ahead of production.
Ensure Sub-contractors work to the programme, construction sequence and efficient deployment when pro-actively allocating work
Assisting implementation of Electrical Safe Systems of Work procedure in line with the site AP
Ensure the highest consideration is given when complying with current regulations and specific client requirements
Reporting of all Health and Safety issues and manage the issue and upkeep of PPE to the team
Proactively demonstrating Health and Safety Leadership and monitoring on site; ensuring the safety standards are understood, implemented and maintained by all team members and Contractors
Carrying out detailed Quality Assurance inspections of installations in accordance with their QA procedure
Manage and oversee the electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning
Implement and monitor the project to ensure it is engineered to the highest standard
Take ownership of Electrical issues and liaise with the Client and Design consultants to obtain closure and clarifications where necessary
Ensure appropriate quality and workmanship
Carryout Toolbox talks were required to Sub-contractors
Provide weekly updates to the Contracts Manager and Projects Manager
Review of ongoing works and highlight potential defects or risks
Complete accurate project materials take off as allocated by the project procurement process
Compile project and task specific RAMS and ensure they are updated in line with the project progress
Ensure installations are in accordance with drawing specifications

Skills and experience required

Previous experience working as an Electrical Site Manager, ideally with a National Contractor
Has previous experience working on commercial buildings in a similar role
Gold card Electrician/Managers card
Hold a valid Site Manager (SMSTS) certificate
Up to date First Aid qualification
Hold a Testing qualification such as C&G 2391 (preferred but not essential)
Essential experience of managing staff and 3rd parties
Ability to understand building services including Design principles, Method statements, Inspection Test Plans, Risk Assessments, commissioning and handover requirements
Ability to communicate with Sub-contractors, consultants and other team members
Experience dealing with MEP Sub-contractors
Essential Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety requirements and Electrical Safe Systems of Work
Ability to influence and drive positive attitudes and behaviours with regards to site Health and Safety and influence people who are not part of your team
IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word