Electrical Contracts Manager

Location: Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire

Salary: £60,000 to £65,000

About the Role

Due to continued growth, Houghton Group is looking for an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to lead our electrical team and oversee the successful delivery of electrical works across multiple contracts and projects.

Our work covers a variety of sectors, including social housing, domestic and commercial electrical works, alongside our growing renewables division.

We are looking for a hands-on, commercially aware individual who can take ownership of the day-to-day running of our electrical operations, lead and support our teams, and build strong relationships with our clients.

This is an opportunity to join a growing, family-run business where you can make a genuine impact on the performance and development of our electrical team.

Benefits • 28 days' holiday, plus additional annual leave for each year of service, up to five years. • Company vehicle and fuel card. • Paid day off on your birthday. • Discretionary sick pay. • Pension contributions. • Free on-site parking. • Regular opportunities for further training and personal development. • Biannual staff social events, including summer and Christmas gatherings. • Team bonding lunches.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the overall performance of our electrical contracts, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, commercially and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include: • Managing multiple electrical contracts and projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion. • Overseeing electrical works across a range of environments, including social housing, domestic and commercial properties. • Leading and supporting Electrical Supervisors, electricians, apprentices and subcontractors. • Planning and coordinating labour, materials, equipment and subcontractor resources. • Developing, monitoring and maintaining programmes of work to ensure delivery targets are achieved. • Working closely with our Commercial Team to manage budgets, valuations, variations and contract performance. • Building strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners. • Leading progress meetings and providing clear reporting on programme, cost, quality and risk. • Ensuring electrical works comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, health and safety requirements and client specifications. • Monitoring workmanship, testing, certification, quality assurance and project handovers. • Working collaboratively with other areas of the business, including our renewables division, where required. • Identifying operational and commercial risks early and implementing appropriate actions. • Supporting the development and performance of the electrical team, identifying training needs and opportunities for improvement. • Ensuring contracts are delivered on programme, within budget and to client expectations.

About You

We are looking for someone with a strong electrical background who is confident taking ownership, making decisions and leading teams.

Ideally, you will have: • Previous experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager or an experienced Electrical Project Manager ready to take the next step. • A strong technical background in electrical installations, maintenance and associated works. • Experience managing multiple electrical contracts, operatives and subcontractors simultaneously. • Experience within social housing, domestic or commercial electrical works would be advantageous. • Good commercial awareness, including managing budgets, valuations, variations and project costs. • A sound understanding of current electrical regulations, including BS 7671 and relevant health and safety requirements. • Strong client management, leadership and communication skills. • Good organisational and problem-solving abilities. • Relevant electrical qualifications, ideally including an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and current 18th Edition qualification. • A full UK driving licence.

Why Join Houghton Group?

This is an opportunity to lead an established electrical team, influence the way the division operates and play an important role in its continued growth.

As a family-run business, our values of Integrity, Commitment and Passion are important to how we work. We are looking for someone who shares these values, takes pride in their work and is committed to delivering high standards for our clients and their customers.

Interested in joining us?

Apply through LinkedIn with your CV or email [email protected]. We welcome applications from experienced Electrical Contracts Managers as well as established Electrical Project Managers looking to take on a wider leadership role.