Pertemps Newcastle seeks an Electrical Contracts Manager in Dunston for a renewable energy business delivering commercial and industrial solar PV schemes throughout the UK.
This full-time, permanent post pays £50,000 to £60,000 yearly.
The successful candidate oversees multiple solar installations from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safe, timely, budget-conscious completion.
Duties include project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
Applicants need a solid electrical background plus proven experience managing solar work.
Strong client liaison and quality assurance skills are essential.
The position suits a driven professional keen to support the growth of clean energy infrastructure.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to join a growing renewable energy business delivering commercial and industrial solar PV projects across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional with a strong electrical background and proven experience managing solar installations from pre-construction through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple Solar PV projects from award through to commissioning and handover.
- Oversee project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and delivery.
- Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders.
- Ensure all projects comply with current electrical regulations, industry standards, and HSE requirements.
- Monitor project budgets, costs, and commercial performance.
- Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings.
- Support procurement activities and materials management.
- Produce and review project documentation, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Manage project variations and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for future work.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager within the renewable energy or construction sector.
- Strong Solar PV project delivery experience.
- Electrical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Excellent knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
- Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
- Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Requirements
- SMSTS qualification.
- IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
- Experience delivering commercial rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects.
- Knowledge of battery energy storage systems (BESS) and EV charging infrastructure.
- AP (Authorised Person) qualifications.
- Experience working on renewable energy frameworks and large-scale infrastructure projects.
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Annual bonus opportunities.
- Clear career progression within a rapidly growing renewable energy sector.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects contributing to the UK’s net-zero targets.
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