Electrical Contracts Manager
hace 2 días
Gateshead
Electrical Contracts Manager – Renewables, Solar & Project Delivery Gateshead (Office‑based with national travel) | Competitive + Car + Bonus + Benefits Join a growing, down‑to‑earth renewable energy contractor delivering large‑scale solar and low‑carbon installations across the UK. This is a hands‑on Contracts Manager role with a strong office base, where you’ll take ownership of projects, work closely with leadership, and play a key part in delivering government‑backed Net Zero programmes. This is a brilliant opportunity for a strong electrician or Electrical Project Manager ready to step up into a Contracts Manager role, with full support and investment from a business that genuinely develops its people. Why Join This Business? • Straight‑talking, supportive leadership team – no red tape or corporate nonsense, • Genuine opportunity to step up into a Contracts Manager role from electrical or PM background, • Strong investment in people, development, and long‑term career progression, • Stable pipeline of work (3–5 years secured) across major government‑backed schemes, • Predominantly office‑based role with structured site visits – not constantly on the road, • Work on meaningful projects supporting the UK’s Net Zero transition, • Competitive package including company EV, bonus, private healthcare What You’ll Do: • Manage renewable energy contracts from planning through to completion, • Oversee installation of Solar PV, battery storage and low‑carbon systems, • Coordinate subcontractors, site teams and project delivery across multiple jobs, • Monitor project performance against KPIs, SLAs and budgets, • Handle contract variations, risks and commercial elements of delivery, • Act as the key point of contact for clients, ensuring smooth communication and delivery, • Ensure all works comply with UK building regulations, MCS standards and H&S requirements, • Support and mentor junior team members as the function grows What We’re Looking For: • Strong electrical background (e.g. Electrician, Supervisor, Project Manager), • Experience delivering or supporting electrical / building services projects, • Understanding of UK building services regulations and compliance, • Exposure to project management or contract delivery (formal title not essential), • Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple workstreams, • Commercial awareness and confidence dealing with clients, • Proactive attitude – someone keen to step up and take ownership Qualifications: • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), • 18th Edition (BS 7671), • Solar PV / renewables knowledge beneficial but not essential Who This Role Suits Best: • Electrical Project Managers looking for more ownership, • Senior Electricians / Supervisors ready to move into management, • Candidates who want less site travel and more structured, office‑based work, • People who prefer a straightforward, no‑nonsense working environment If you're an electrically qualified professional looking to take the next step into contracts management within a growing renewables business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.