At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage electrical contracts in social housing, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Company: Growing business in St Albans with a focus on social housing projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and the chance to lead impactful projects.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Take ownership and drive teams forward in a key leadership role.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Electrical Contracts Manager
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to join a growing business based in St Albans, managing electrical works predominantly within the social housing sector.
This is an office-based role with regular site visits to monitor projects, support teams and ensure works are being delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
You will work closely with the Directors and take responsibility for the operational and commercial management of electrical contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple electrical contracts across social housing projects.
- Oversee EICR, LD1 and associated electrical works.
- Manage and motivate engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
- Drive productivity and encourage teams to improve start dates, programme and delivery.
- Monitor site performance, quality, health & safety and compliance.
- Carry out regular site visits and inspections.
- Manage programmes, resources and project delivery.
- Act as the company's QS / technical lead where required.
- Take responsibility for NICEIC, PAS 2030 and other relevant compliance requirements.
- Manage client relationships and attend meetings where required.
- Review costs, variations, valuations and overall commercial performance.
- Report directly to the Directors on project progress, performance and issues.
- Ensure all works are completed in line with relevant regulations and company standards.
Requirements
- Previous experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager or similar senior electrical management position.
- Strong background in social housing / domestic electrical works.
- Experience with EICRs, LD1 works and remedial programmes.
- Relevant electrical qualifications and industry certifications.
- Strong understanding of NICEIC, PAS 2030 and associated compliance requirements.
- Commercially aware with the ability to understand and manage project costs.
- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Able to motivate teams and improve productivity and delivery.
- Comfortable working between the office, sites and senior management.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Must be able to demonstrate a hands-on, self-delivering approach rather than purely overseeing subcontractors.
The Role
This is a key position within the business, working closely with the Directors and having responsibility across contracts, compliance, commercial management, site performance and team leadership.
The successful candidate will need to be someone who can take ownership, solve problems and drive the business and its electrical teams forward
Electrical Contracts Manager in St Albans employer: Henley Chase
As a leading employer in the construction industry, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Construction Managers to excel. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer extensive training programs and career advancement opportunities, ensuring that our team members grow alongside the company. Located in a vibrant area with access to diverse projects, our employees enjoy a dynamic work environment that values safety, quality, and teamwork.
