Electrical Project Manager

Electrical Project Manager – Bedford £48,000–£60,000 + Company Vehicle + Bonus + Benefits A long‑established and growing regional electrical contractor is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to oversee a strong pipeline of commercial and general contracting projects across Bedford and the surrounding area. This role is ideal for someone with solid project experience who wants to take ownership, step up further and progress within a supportive, ambitious team. Role Overview You will manage electrical projects from initial survey through to completion, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery. Projects include commercial units, warehouses, general contracting environments and light industrial sites. There is no residential work. The business considers candidates from electrical contractors, M&E companies, or client‑side estates and facilities teams. A Gold ECS Card is required. Key Responsibilities * Oversee the planning, design and execution of electrical projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget * Produce and maintain project programmes, schedules, resource plans and procurement requirements * Lead and coordinate project teams, facilitating effective collaboration with electricians, subcontractors and other professionals * Ensure full compliance with safety protocols, electrical standards and legal regulations across all project stages * Manage project budgets, monitor financial performance and forecast costs to achieve target margins * Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and internal teams, ensuring project scope and requirements are met * Monitor project progress, adjust resources and priorities as needed, and ensure all work meets quality, technical and compliance standards * Prepare and deliver regular progress, commercial and financial reports for internal stakeholders and clients * Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams to support successful project delivery Ideal Candidate Profile * Electrical Project Manager or Project Engineer/Supervisor ready to step up * Strong understanding of commercial and general contracting electrical installations * Demonstrable experience in project planning, commercial management, reporting and cost control * Confident managing multiple concurrent projects and making decisions on site * Organised, proactive and clear in communication, with strong documentation and reporting skills * Holds a Gold ECS Card and a full UK driving licence * Ambitious and looking for long‑term progression Package & Benefits * £48,000–£60,000 depending on experience * Company vehicle & fuel card * Annual bonus * Office and site‑based role with varied daily work * Genuine progression opportunities as the business continues to grow * Stable pipeline of commercial and general contracting projects Keywords for Job Board Visibility Electrical Project Manager, Electrical PM, Project Manager Electrical, Commercial Electrical Projects, General Contracting, Electrical Contractor, M&E, Industrial Electrical, Warehouse Electrical, ECS Gold Card, Bedford Electrical Jobs, Construction Project Manager, Electrical Installations, Site Management, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Bedfordshire Electrical Jobs, Project Engineer Electrical, Electrical Supervisor, Project Planning, Commercial Reporting, Cost Control