Electrical Project Manager in Leicester

Intelect is a well-established engineering contractor with over 27 years’ experience, specialising in process industries including food & beverage, utilities, renewable energy, and heavy industry. With its Midlands branch based in Leicester, Intelect is known for delivering turnkey solutions, from design and automation to fabrication, electrical/mechanical engineering, and control systems.

We pride ourselves on a strong safety culture, technical excellence, and a commitment to developing talent, including via an award-winning apprenticeship programme.

As an Electrical Project Manager, you will lead projects from inception to completion, delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions across our key sectors: quarry & building materials, power generation & distribution, plus food & drink manufacturing.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing full project lifecycle – concept, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover
• Quoting, tender negotiation, and commercial management
• Planning and allocating labour, ensuring resources meet project demands
• Leading or coordinating electrical design (schematics, protection, layouts)
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Overseeing health and safety compliance (site standards, RAMS, risk assessments)
• Monitoring and reporting on project performance (cost, timeline, risk)

We are looking for someone with the following experience and qualifications:

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Electrician or Electrical Engineer
• Proven experience managing electrical projects (especially in quarry, utilities/power Distribution, and food & drink sectors)
• Strong understanding of electrical systems: distribution, switchgear, design, control panels
• Skilled in labour planning and site resource management
• Excellent negotiation and commercial acumen
• Full UK driving licence

Health & Safety Expertise

• High-level H&S experience – you’ll have oversight on site safety
• SSSTS (Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme) qualification or equivalent

Design Skills

• Comfortable using design software (e.g. AutoCAD, CAD tools, electrical calculation packages)

Personal Attributes

• Self-driven and proactive – you take ownership
• Strong communicator (verbal & written) – able to influence across all levels
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

Working Hours

Full time position: Monday – Friday (40 hours)

What We Offer

• A very competitive base salary, with performance-related bonus potential
• Private medical cover
• Company car/commercial vehicle fuel card, and all associated expenses
• Opportunity to work in a growing, award-winning business renowned for technical excellence and safety
• Clear career progression: projects of increasing scale, mentorship, and potential move to senior PM or operations roles
• Support for additional training and certification, including H&S or engineering qualifications