At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical engineering design and ensure project delivery excellence.
- Company: Top 50 main contractor with a strong track record in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, health benefits, and bonuses.
- Other info: Flexible working available and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of major projects.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in electrical engineering with relevant qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
A Top 50 Main contractor is seeking to recruit a talented and experienced Electrical Technical Manager to lead technical and design excellence across the regional business, taking full ownership of the delivery and formal sign-off of all electrical engineering design documentation. Working across multiple projects, specialising in the early stages through pre-construction to project commencement, driving execution across RIBA Plan of Work and Design Framework for Building Services Stages 3 to 6.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a core member of the specialised MEP strategy team, supporting senior directors in delivering design and technical engineering management strategies - specialising in Electrical.
- Provide direct line management, technical coaching, and mentoring to a team of Electrical engineers; offer guidance to external consultants, Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
- Act as the lead technical authority for allocated projects, with specific oversight of electrical engineering elements and technical authorisation of major packages, plant, and equipment.
- Manage external consultant appointments, monitor design progress, and lead granular design reviews to ensure compliance and quality.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, technical consultants, and digital engineering partners on assigned projects.
- Maintain technical ownership of all project risks and opportunities, driving value engineering and value management processes.
- Lead safety initiatives and ensure strict compliance with CDM regulations.
- Validate on-site installations and system operations against approved designs, providing technical troubleshooting and resolution support as required.
Desirable Experience:
- 10 years+ experience within a UK main contractor or major MEP subcontractor environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Electrical building services and the integration of multidisciplinary MEP packages.
- Proven ability to manage the front-end lifecycle, including tendering, design coordination, and BIM workflows.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Relevant Electrical or Building Services qualification for example, HND or Degree or City & Guilds.
If you would like more information on this Electrical Technical Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.
Electrical Technical Manager employer: APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Join a leading Top 50 Main contractor in South East London, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises technical excellence and employee development. With competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including a car allowance and health coverage, this role offers not just a job but a pathway to grow your career in a supportive environment focused on innovation and quality delivery across high-value projects.
Contact Details:
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Recruitment Team
