Electrical Project Manager

Reference: 4838312Job ID: 5420622Posted: 2026-10-16Closing date: 2027-01-14Location: West LondonSalary: Paying 45,000 to 55,000 plus package (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Government & Public Services / Facilities ManagementCompany: HaysConsultant: Chris SimpsonHays office: London-Central — 4th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: Email: new companyAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join a large and highly regarded housing property team responsible for delivering a varied programme of electrical capital works across a substantial residential portfolio.

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills. You'll play a key role in ensuring residents live in safe, compliant, and well-maintained homes while helping to deliver major investment programmes and planned improvement projects.

Your new roleAs Electrical Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of housing-focused electrical projects from inception through to completion. You will be responsible for managing contractors, consultants, budgets, programmes, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key responsibilities will include

Managing a programme of electrical capital and planned works projects across occupied residential properties. Leading on project delivery, contract administration, and contractor performance management. Overseeing electrical refurbishment, rewiring, communal lighting, fire safety-related electrical works, EV charging installations, and sustainability projects.

Monitoring compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Managing project budgets, financial reporting, and cost control. Ensuring robust health and safety management throughout project delivery.

Working closely with housing teams, residents, consultants, and contractors to minimise disruption and maintain excellent customer service. Providing technical electrical advice to internal stakeholders and senior management.

Producing project reports and performance updates for governance and management meetings. What you'll need to succeedRelevant qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline. Demonstrable experience managing electrical projects within social housing, residential, or public sector property environments.

Strong knowledge of electrical compliance and current regulations, including BS7671 and associated standards. Experience of managing contractors and consultants through NEC, JCT, or similar contract forms. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and programmes. Knowledge of building safety, resident engagement, and working within occupied properties would be highly advantageous. What you'll get in returnSalary of 45,000 - 55,000 per annum.

Comprehensive Local Authority benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, employee wellbeing support, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of housing investment and improvement programmes. Supportive and collaborative working environment with strong career development prospects. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4838312 - Chris Simpson

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