Electrical Contracts Manager - Renewables
4 days ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Thrift Energy Ltd, Part of the Thrift Energy Group, are one of the UKs leading employee-owned businesses specialising in the installation of renewable technologies such as Air Source Heat pumps, Solar PV & Battery storage and insulation solutions working across the UK. Head office is based in Team Valley Gateshead with long term contracts secured working under the Warm Homes: Social Housing & Warm Homes: Local Grant schemes. With over 14 years of experience and due to continual growth, we are looking to build on our established contracting department to support growth. Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below. The Warm Homes Plan published January 2026 shows the UKs governments £15bn investment into providing millions of homes within the UK upgrades to help achieve NetZero. As an established company within this sector this is an exciting opportunity to join a stable business with secured long-term permanent employment. Electrical contracts manager - Renewables To lead and manage all contract activities associated with renewable energy projects, - ensuring successful delivery on time, on budget, and to quality, safety and compliance standards. This role bridges project delivery, commercial oversight, and client engagement across domestic renewable installations working with a diverse range of clients and overseeing installation in private residential properties and social housing. Working from our Head office in Team Valley with oversight on projects on a national basis. 2. Key Responsibilities Contract & Project Management • Lead the end-to-end management of renewable energy contracts, including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out., • Coordinate installation and commissioning of low-carbon technologies (e.g., heat pumps, Solar PV, battery storage) alongside conventional heating systems., • Review, negotiate and administer contract terms with, suppliers, and subcontractors., • Monitor performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and commercial constraints., • Act as the main commercial interface with clients, providing updates, addressing client concerns and ensuring customer satisfaction., • Ensure all work complies with UK regulations and industry standards (e.g., building regs, MCS installation standards, health & safety)., • Mentor, lead, and support junior contract administrators, site supervisors, or project coordinators. Qualifications Technical Qualifications: BS 7671 (18th Edition) • IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems, • MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) standards, • Knowledge of earthing and bonding requirements Preferrable: Scaffold Inspection, 3 Day First Aid at Work and CSCS Experience & Skills • A deep understanding of MCS standards., • Technical Skills: Knowledge of Solar PV installation., • Preferable Experience with PAS2035 and energy efficiency upgrades is often required., • Proven experience (typically 37+ years) in contract management/project delivery within the renewables sector, particularly in managing subcontractors., • Knowledge of UK industry standards for renewables installations, building services, and health & safety legislation., • Understanding of Solar PV system design, DC/AC string wiring, and Inverter technology., • Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in domestic electrical installations, • Strong commercial and analytical skills with financial awareness., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Proficiency with contract administration and project management tools/software., • Self-motivated, proactive and a strategic thinker., • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability., • Collaborative team player and effective leader., • Office working with travel to sites required., • Site attendance on installation and commissioning activities required. xrnqpay, • Holidays - 20 days + Bank holidays + 3 additional days gifted for Christmas., • Pension - Statutory Pension Scheme Benefits: • Additional leave, • Company events Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Company car, • BS 7671 (18th Edition) (required), • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) (required), • Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar PV Systems (preferred)