Electrical Project Manager

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Contract: £45-£55 per hour
Hours: Monday-Friday (Days)
Location: North West

Gap Technical is recruiting an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Project Engineer to support electrical projects across multiple FMCG food manufacturing facilities.

Role Overview

You will manage electrical projects from design through to installation and commissioning, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to required safety and quality standards. The role includes team leadership, client liaison, estimating, and full P&L responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver electrical projects from inception to completion
Plan labour, order materials, and manage site activities
Lead and supervise electrical teams (2-10 operatives)
Act as main client contact and manage stakeholder relationships
Produce estimates, quotations, and tender submissions
Oversee installations and fault resolution
Generate RAMS and ensure compliance with BS 7671 and NICEIC standards
Manage project budgets and financial performanceTechnical Experience

Strong FMCG manufacturing background
LV power distribution, lighting, and local power systems
Control systems, panels, drives, valves, sensors, and instrumentation
Experience with process equipment such as conveying, cooking, cooling, packing, robotics, and palletising (desirable)Requirements

Apprentice trained Electrical Engineer
17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Minimum 10 years' FMCG electrical/project experience
Proven project and team management experience
Strong commercial and client-facing skillsDesirable

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