Electrical Project Manager - Pharmaceutical
Surrey
£325-£375 per day (Outside IR35)
9-Month Contract
Pharmaceutical Project
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of an established M&E contractor looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Project Manager for a technically demanding pharmaceutical project in Surrey.
This is a 9-month contract opportunity paying £325-£375 per day Outside IR35, offering the chance to take ownership of the electrical package on a high-specification building services project.
The successful candidate will manage the electrical works through installation, testing, commissioning and final handover, working closely with the client, consultants, specialist subcontractors and wider MEP team.
The Role
As Electrical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of the electrical package.
You will oversee site teams and specialist subcontractors while managing technical coordination, programme, procurement, quality and commissioning.
Given the nature of the project, particular emphasis will be placed on quality, technical compliance, documentation and successful commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Take responsibility for the delivery of the electrical package
Manage Electrical Site Managers, Supervisors and specialist subcontractors
Oversee electrical installations including power, lighting, containment and associated systems
Manage project programmes, short-term planning and key milestones
Review electrical drawings, specifications and technical information
Manage technical submittals, RFIs and design coordination
Coordinate electrical services with mechanical and other specialist packages
Manage procurement of electrical equipment and materials
Monitor progress against programme and identify potential risks or delays
Attend client, consultant, design and subcontractor meetings
Ensure electrical installations meet project specifications and quality requirements
Manage QA documentation and project records
Work closely with the commercial team regarding variations and project costs
Oversee testing and commissioning activities
Manage snagging, close-out documentation and final handover
Ensure all electrical works are delivered safely and in accordance with project requirements
Requirements
Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within the M&E / Building Services sector
Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations
Pharmaceutical, life sciences, laboratory or other technically complex project experience would be highly advantageous
Experience managing electrical subcontractors and site teams
Strong understanding of electrical design and coordination
Experience managing technical submittals and RFIs
Good knowledge of QA, testing and commissioning
Ability to manage programme, procurement and project delivery
Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
Relevant Electrical / Building Services qualification
SMSTS or equivalent preferred
What's on Offer
£325-£375 per day
Outside IR35
9-month contract
Pharmaceutical project in Surrey
Opportunity to work with an established M&E contractor
Technically challenging building services environment
Potential for further projects following successful completion
Apply
If you're an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong Building Services background and ideally previous pharmaceutical, life sciences or laboratory experience, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
