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electrical contracts manager

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£64k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Pay: £65,000.00 per year

Job Description:

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Electrical Contracts Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised electrical professional with a strong background in electrical testing, compliance, remedial works, and contract management.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple electrical contracts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. This role is ideally suited to someone who has progressed from a hands-on testing and remedial background into contract or operational management.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and oversee electrical testing and remedial contracts across domestic, social housing, commercial, and public sector environments.

* Lead and support teams of Testing Electricians, Supervisors, and Subcontractors.

* Ensure Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) and remedial works are completed in accordance with BS 7671 and company standards.

* Monitor contract performance, productivity, profitability, and compliance.

* Review EICRs, quotations, and remedial recommendations for technical accuracy.

* Manage project programmes, labour allocation, materials, and subcontractor performance.

* Conduct site visits, audits, and quality inspections.

* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and residents.

* Attend client meetings and provide regular contract performance reports.

* Support business growth through identifying opportunities for additional works and contract development.

Essential Requirements

* Significant experience managing electrical testing and remedial contracts.

* Strong technical background in inspection, testing, fault finding, and electrical compliance.

* Previous experience in an Electrical Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Supervisor, or Senior QS role.

* Extensive knowledge of BS 7671, EICRs, remedial works, and electrical certification.

* Experience managing engineers across multiple sites and contracts.

* Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and contract performance.

* Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Qualifications

* NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.

* City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

* SSSTS, SMSTS, or IOSH qualification.

* Experience within social housing, compliance, planned maintenance, or public sector contracts.

What We Offer

* £65,000 basic salary.

* Annual leave package.

* Career progression opportunities.

If you have a strong testing and remedial background, proven management experience, and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you.

Work Location: In person

Reference: 225280205

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CV-Library

electrical contracts manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£64k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Pay: £65,000.00 per year

Job Description:

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Electrical Contracts Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised electrical professional with a strong background in electrical testing, compliance, remedial works, and contract management.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple electrical contracts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. This role is ideally suited to someone who has progressed from a hands-on testing and remedial background into contract or operational management.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and oversee electrical testing and remedial contracts across domestic, social housing, commercial, and public sector environments.

* Lead and support teams of Testing Electricians, Supervisors, and Subcontractors.

* Ensure Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) and remedial works are completed in accordance with BS 7671 and company standards.

* Monitor contract performance, productivity, profitability, and compliance.

* Review EICRs, quotations, and remedial recommendations for technical accuracy.

* Manage project programmes, labour allocation, materials, and subcontractor performance.

* Conduct site visits, audits, and quality inspections.

* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and residents.

* Attend client meetings and provide regular contract performance reports.

* Support business growth through identifying opportunities for additional works and contract development.

Essential Requirements

* Significant experience managing electrical testing and remedial contracts.

* Strong technical background in inspection, testing, fault finding, and electrical compliance.

* Previous experience in an Electrical Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Supervisor, or Senior QS role.

* Extensive knowledge of BS 7671, EICRs, remedial works, and electrical certification.

* Experience managing engineers across multiple sites and contracts.

* Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and contract performance.

* Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Qualifications

* NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.

* City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

* SSSTS, SMSTS, or IOSH qualification.

* Experience within social housing, compliance, planned maintenance, or public sector contracts.

What We Offer

* £65,000 basic salary.

* Annual leave package.

* Career progression opportunities.

If you have a strong testing and remedial background, proven management experience, and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you.

Work Location: In person
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Reference: 225280205

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