Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of projects in collaboration with the Head of Operations, site teams, and the MEICA Design Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

This role combines technical electrical expertise with strong leadership, commercial awareness, stakeholder management, and operational delivery capability.

This role is based in Southampton, candidates should be commutable to this location as an office presence is required alongside site visits. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project delivery activities to achieve agreed outputs, specifications, programme targets, and quality standards.
• Work closely with operational teams, design managers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure effective project execution.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical systems, installations, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Review designs, conduct feasibility assessments, and identify practical engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies, including compliance, safety, and programme-related risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practice, including CDM2015 and 18th Edition requirements.
• Monitor project costs in collaboration with the commercial team to ensure effective financial management and budget control.
• Conduct inspections, quality assurance checks, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and maintaining strong working relationships.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, and subcontract resources to maximise efficiency and project performance.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance across all project activities.

• Proven experience in project management within electrical, MEICA, utilities, industrial, or infrastructure environments.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• PRINCE2, AMP qualification, or equivalent project management accreditation desirable.
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent industry accreditation.
• SMSTS certification.
• COMPEX certification desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, installations, and commissioning processes.
• Good working knowledge of CDM2015 regulations, particularly Principal Contractor responsibilities.
• Familiar with BS7671 / 18th Edition electrical installation regulations.
• IOSH or NEBOSH health & safety qualification preferred.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications and project reporting tools.

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability.
• Commercial awareness and budget management capability.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Assertive, adaptable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively in fast-paced operational environments.