DES JOHNSTON RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Electrical Project Manager
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Electrical Project Manager
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Electrical Project ManagerLocations:Northwest England | North Wales | South Wales
Sectors:Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Heavy Industrial
TheElectrical Project ManagerOpportunityWe are looking for a high-calibreElectrical Project Managerto oversee the full lifecycle of complex industrial projects. This role demands a leader who can balance technical execution with rigorous commercial control and safety management. You will be responsible for everything from pre-mobilisation planning to final delivery, ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and compliant with the highest HSEQ standards.
Electrical Project ManagerKey Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership:Oversee Construction, HSEQ, Commercial, and Project Controls functions. Ensure the site organisation is effective and that all staff understand their delegated responsibilities.
  • Commercial & Budgetary Control:Validate budgets, monitor project measures, and investigate man-hour deviations. Work with Quantity Surveyors on monthly progress applications and manage early warnings/variations.
  • Planning & Execution:Prepare pre-construction requirements (RAMS, ITPs, HSE Plans). Monitor labour deployment, equipment usage, and construction drawings to manage ongoing changes.
  • Stakeholder Management:Act as the primary point for official client correspondence, attend site meetings, and chair internal progress reviews.
  • Subcontractor & Procurement:Manage the full subcontract cyclefrom tender evaluation and selection to forecasting and contract closeout.
  • Mentorship:Technical guidance for project teams and the mentoring of junior to intermediate staff.

Electrical Project ManagerRequirements

  • Experience:10+ years of construction experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role (Construction Manager or Project Manager level).
  • Education:Degree in Engineering or a relevant post-secondary construction/trades qualification.
  • Sector Expertise:Strong preference for candidates with a background inOil & Gas, Power Generation, or Heavy Industrialenvironments.
  • Technical Knowledge:Deep understanding of project controls (scheduling, tendering, planning), contract law, and construction safety legislation.
  • Software:Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel for reporting and data analysis.

Personal Attributes

  • Proactive Leader:Able to resolve technical and constructability issues independently.
  • Detail-Oriented:Focused on accurate reporting and cost control.
  • Strong Communicator:Capable of managing complex relationships between clients and sub-contractors.
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