Electrical Contracts Engineer

Electrical Contracts Engineer / Project Manager
Leeds Based | UK Projects | Full Time

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus

Elivate Inclusive are supporting a well-established M&E contractor with the appointment of an Electrical Contracts Engineer to join their project delivery team.

The business delivers mechanical and electrical installation projects across the UK, predominantly within large-scale multi-occupancy developments including student accommodation, hotels, and residential schemes.

This position will play a key role in the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing electrical and M&E packages across projects ranging from approximately £1m–£10m in value.

Responsibilities will include:

* Coordinating designs with consultants, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers

* Managing technical submissions and project documentation

* Overseeing labour, subcontractors, and specialist trades on site

* Monitoring programme performance, project delivery, and budgets

* Supporting procurement and supplier management activities

* Managing health & safety documentation and site standards

* Carrying out quality inspections and regular site audits

* Attending client and progress meetings

* Managing variations alongside commercial teams

* Supporting project handover documentation including O&M manuals and as-fitted information

What They’re Looking For

* Previous experience within an Electrical Contracts Engineer, Project Engineer, or Contracts Management role

* Strong understanding of electrical building services and site delivery

* Experience working on commercial or multi-occupancy projects preferred

* Good organisational and communication skills

* Commercial awareness and ability to manage project priorities effectively

* Strong attention to detail and quality standards

* Full UK driving licence

* Willingness to travel to projects across the UK when required

Package

* Competitive salary depending on experience

* Car allowance

* Bonus/profit share scheme

* Company pension

* Private medical and life cover

* Long-term progression opportunities

* Permanent, full-time position

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed