Project Manager - Electrical in Leicester

Location: Leicester

On Site Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

About the Company

Lowe Electrical has been providing advanced electrical services and installations throughout the Midlands and further afield for 30 years. Based in Leicester, we have gained a reputation as one of the industry's most experienced, knowledgeable, and trusted electrical contractors. As industry leaders, NICEIC approved, and accredited with British UKAS ISO Standards ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001, we deliver an extensive range of services. Our focus on customer satisfaction, coupled with a proactive approach to Health & Safety, ongoing training for staff at all levels, and an established apprenticeship policy, defines our excellence.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of electrical projects from initial planning through to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project delivery, budgets, programmes, quality, health and safety, and client relationships, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role requires excellent leadership, commercial awareness, and technical knowledge, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage project teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects from pre-construction through to handover and final account.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Manage procurement of materials, plant, subcontractors, and labour resources.
• Lead project meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Oversee design coordination and resolve technical queries.
• Monitor project progress and produce regular reports for senior management.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and variations are managed appropriately.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing, and project handover documentation.
• Mentor and support site managers, supervisors, and engineers where appropriate.

Skills and Experience

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within the construction or building services sector.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations and project delivery.
• Experience managing projects from inception to completion.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and commercial management.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• ECS/CSCS Management Card.
• IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification.
• PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent project management qualification (desirable).

Key Skills

• Project planning and coordination
• Budget and cost management
• Commercial awareness
• Contract administration
• Risk management
• Leadership and team management
• Client relationship management
• Problem solving and decision making
• Negotiation skills
• Quality assurance
• Health & Safety compliance

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Car Allowance upon successful completion of probation.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance policy.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Performance related bonus.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Lowe Electrical Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

No Agencies Please

We are recruiting directly for this position and are not accepting applications or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies.