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Electrical Site Manager
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 45,760 - 45,760 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Macclesfield
Expire in: a month
Job Description
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.
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