Electrical Project / Contracts Manager – Solar Renewables

Job Description:

Location: North West / UK Travel

Salary: £35,000 - £60,000 + £400-£600 per month Vehicle Allowance + Mileage + Expenses

Company: BRIGHT-SEARCH LTD

Senior Electrical Contracts Manager Wanted – Major Commercial Renewables Projects

Following the award of a significant new commercial renewables contract, we're looking to recruit an experienced Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to join a rapidly expanding business delivering large-scale commercial renewable energy projects throughout the UK.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager looking to work on high-value commercial Solar PV and renewable energy projects within a business enjoying exceptional growth.

You'll be responsible for managing projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you'll take ownership of multiple electrical contracts and play a key role in the continued growth of the business.

Responsibilities include:

Managing commercial Solar PV and renewable energy projects from award through to handover

Managing electrical subcontractors, labour and specialist supply chain partners

Overseeing HV/LV electrical installations

Managing DNO applications, G99/G98 connections and grid interface requirements

Managing project programmes, budgets, valuations, variations and final accounts

Ensuring full compliance with BS7671, CDM Regulations and all Health & Safety legislation

Leading commissioning and testing activities

Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and statutory bodies

Producing regular commercial and project progress reports

Mentoring and supporting junior Contracts Managers and site teams

Essential Requirements

Electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or Degree)

ECS or CSCS Gold Card

SMSTS

Minimum 5 years' experience managing commercial electrical contracts

Strong understanding of BS7671

Experience managing DNO connections and G99/G98 applications

NEC and/or JCT contract experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

Commercial Solar PV experience

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

EV Infrastructure

18th Edition

First Aid at Work

Professional membership (IET or similar)

Package

* £35,000 - £60,000 Basic Salary

* £400-£600 per month Vehicle Allowance

* Business Mileage Paid

* All Business Expenses Paid

* Permanent, full-time position

* Genuine long-term career progression

* Opportunity to work on major commercial renewable energy projects