Electrical Contracts Manager – Building Services

Electrical Contracts Manager

Location: Near Swindon

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and commercially minded Electrical Contracts Manager seeking more than a standard role. This position offers the chance to take ownership of a division, build and lead a team, drive profitability, and contribute to growth across high-end domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors.

This role is ideal for a fully qualified electrician with experience in contracts or project management, strong leadership capabilities, and a desire to develop and expand a business unit.

Key Benefits

30 days holiday (including bank holidays), plus an additional day for each completed year of service

£60,000 annual salary

£400 monthly car allowance (£4,800 annually)

Company mobile phone and laptop

Standard working hours:

07:30 – 16:30 or

08:00 – 17:00 (Monday to Friday)

Opportunity to build, lead, and grow a dedicated department

Strong administrative support

Progressive and growth-focused working environment

The Role

Reporting to senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for managing multiple projects from initial enquiry through to completion, while also contributing to business development and departmental expansion.

This is a leadership-focused role with significant autonomy and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Manage projects from tender stage through to completion

Support business development activities and help secure new opportunities

Oversee projects across domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors

Recruit, develop, and manage a team of electricians and subcontractors

Conduct performance reviews and support team development

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards

Maintain responsibility for health and safety compliance

Prepare RAMS and associated documentation

Monitor costs, margins, and financial performance

Liaise professionally with clients and attend meetings as required

Candidate Requirements

Fully qualified electrician

Proven experience in project or contracts management

Strong leadership and team management skills

Commercial awareness and financial understanding

Ability to work under pressure and meet targets

Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Strong communication skills and professional manner

Willingness to travel to project sites (typically within 1–1.5 hours)

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits include:

Additional leave

Company events

Company pension

Free parking