Electrical Contracts Manager

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. Location: Belfast (Northern Ireland) Sector: Construction / Electrical / M&E Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview JDR is working in partnership with a well-established organisation within the construction sector to recruit an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager . Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, our client is seeking a self-motivated individual with strong leadership and organisational skills to oversee the successful delivery of multiple electrical projects. This role will involve managing projects across Northern Ireland, with occasional cross-border work in the Republic of Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities Project & Contract Delivery Deliver multiple electrical projects simultaneously within agreed scope, programme, and budget

Ensure all works are completed to a high technical and quality standard

Prepare and manage: Project initiation documentation

Project programmes and schedules

Project budgets

Health & Safety documentation

Commercial & Contract Management Oversee contract administration including: Issuing purchase orders

Managing applications for payment

Controlling variations and changes

Monitor financial performance across projects and ensure cost control

Stakeholder & Client Management Maintain strong working relationships with: Clients

Subcontractors

Internal teams

Attend site and office-based meetings to review progress, challenges, and resolutions

Provide regular reports to senior management

Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory standards

Promote and maintain high health & safety standards across all projects

Leadership & Coordination Lead and manage project teams, site managers, and subcontractors

Coordinate resources effectively to meet project deadlines

Drive performance and ensure successful project outcomes

Requirements Experience Minimum 3+ years' experience as an Electrical Contracts Manager

Experience delivering multiple electrical projects

Experience within an M&E or electrical contracting environment

Experience working within Northern Ireland is desirable

Qualifications Electrical qualification preferred (e.g. NVQ / City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent)

Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and team management ability

Commercial awareness with experience in budgeting and cost control

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Solid understanding of electrical systems and installations

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office

Ability to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders

Additional Information Based in Belfast office with regular site visits required

Projects primarily across Northern Ireland with some travel to ROI

Full UK driving licence required

JDRBelfast We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. xehkeey JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.