ELV Project Manager/Project Engineer

ELV Project Manager/Project Engineer

Posted 5 days ago by 1st Step

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset

Summary: The ELV Project Manager and ELV Project Engineer roles are critical positions within a leading M&E contractor, focused on overseeing the delivery of complex Extra-Low Voltage (ELV) systems for a major Industrial/Commercial project in South West England. The successful candidates will manage subcontractors, ensure quality installations, and maintain compliance with project specifications and health & safety regulations. These roles require substantial experience in managing ELV packages and a strong understanding of various ELV systems. The positions are fixed-term contracts lasting approximately two years.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the execution of ELV systems across the project
  • Manage and supervise subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards
  • Coordinate site activity and scheduling to align with overall project milestones
  • Conduct inspections and support quality assurance processes
  • Monitor health & safety, especially in live or high-risk environments
  • Assist in developing and implementing RAMS, method statements, and safe systems of work
  • Support and mentor apprentices or junior engineers as needed
  • Supervision of multiple different ELV systems

Key Skills:

  • Proven track record in managing subcontractors on large-scale, complex construction or infrastructure projects
  • Substantial experience managing or supervising ELV packages on large-scale commercial or industrial projects
  • Strong knowledge of ELV systems across commercial environments
  • Experience working in live or sensitive environments (e.g. operational buildings, healthcare, data centres)
  • Familiarity with NEC contract frameworks is highly desirable
  • HNC in Electrical Building Services
  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Installations or equivalent
  • City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
  • CSCS card (mandatory); SMSTS or SSSTS (preferred)
  • Valid First Aid & Confined Space Training (preferred)

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Weston-Super-Mare

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: ELV Project Manager & ELV Project Engineers

Location: South West England

Sector: Building Services, within an Industrial Environment

Project Contract: Fixed-term (circa 2 years)

Salary: Negotiable, based on experience

Job Reference Number: EPME0207SD

Our client, a leading M&E contractor, is delivering a major Industrial/Commercial project just south of Bristol and is looking to appoint ELV Project Managers and ELV Project Engineers to oversee the delivery of a complex Extra-Low Voltage (ELV) package.

These roles are critical to the successful coordination and management of a wide range of ELV systems on a high-profile, multi-system site. You will be responsible for supervising subcontractors, ensuring installation quality, and maintaining programme compliance throughout the life-cycle of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the execution of ELV systems across the project
  • Manage and supervise subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards
  • Coordinate site activity and scheduling to align with overall project milestones
  • Conduct inspections and support quality assurance processes
  • Monitor health & safety, especially in live or high-risk environments - this includes ensuring all activities are aligned with CDM regulations and other relevant standards
  • Assist in developing and implementing RAMS, method statements, and safe systems of work
  • Support and mentor apprentices or junior engineers as needed
  • Supervision of multiple different ELV systems

ELV Systems Involved (not limited to):

  • CCTV Surveillance
  • Access Control & Door Entry
  • Fire Alarm & Detection (including VESDA and aspirating systems)
  • Disabled Refuge / Emergency Voice Communication Systems (EVCS)
  • Intercom & Video Entry Systems

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven track record in managing subcontractors on large-scale, complex construction or infrastructure projects
  • Substantial experience managing or supervising ELV packages on large-scale commercial or industrial projects, with a strong understanding of the ELV systems involved
  • Strong knowledge of ELV systems across commercial environments
  • Experience working in live or sensitive environments (e.g. operational buildings, healthcare, data centres, etc.)
  • Familiarity with NEC contract frameworks is highly desirable

Desired Qualifications & Certifications

  • HNC in Electrical Building Services
  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Installations or equivalent
  • City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
  • CSCS card (mandatory); SMSTS or SSSTS (preferred)
  • Valid First Aid & Confined Space Training (preferred)

If you're an experienced ELV Project Manager or Engineer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. These are high-impact roles within a leading contractor's flagship project - perfect for professionals ready to step into a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

How do I apply? Please respond to this advert or call the Bristol Team on (phone number removed)

If you do not hear from us within 10 days, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly.