electrical project manager

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced, Electrical-biased Project Manager to lead major electrical upgrades across an operational Water Treatment Works (WTW) in Bexleyheath.

This 18-month contract offers long-term stability within the AMP8 investment cycle. You will take full end-to-end accountability for managing electrical packages-including Motor Control Centres (MCCs), high/low voltage power distribution, switchgear, cabling networks, chemical dosing systems, and instrumentation integration-from initial scope through to site installation, commissioning, and final client handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Package & Delivery Management: Drive electrical workstreams to time and budget, ensuring installation and commissioning align with client specifications and WIMES standards.
• Commercial & Financial Control: Manage package budgets, track variations, review early warnings with the commercial team, and oversee subcontractor applications and payments.
• Client & Stakeholder Interface: Act as the primary technical contact for client representatives, asset operations teams, design leads, and specialist MEICA subcontractors.
• Health, Safety & Quality: Maintain safe working standards across live plant environments. Review and sign off on RAMS, manage isolation procedures, and enforce rigorous quality assurance (ITPs/QA checks).
• Planning & Progress Tracking: Establish and monitor detailed project schedules, managing critical path activities to ensure no disruption to live water processing operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Water Industry Expertise: Proven track record as an Electrical Project Manager or Senior Electrical Engineer delivering capital schemes on UK water treatment sites (AMP frameworks).
• Technical Background: Strong background in electrical power systems, switchgear, MCC replacements, telemetry, and process automation assets.
• Qualifications: HND, Degree, or equivalent apprenticeship/NVQ Level 4+ in Electrical Engineering.
• Mandatory Certifications:
• CSCS / ECS Card (Manager Grade)
• SMSTS
• EUSR National Water Hygiene Card
• BS7671 (18th Edition)
• Desirable: Authorised Person (LV AP) or First Aid at Work.