Electrical Site Manager

Retail, Leisure & Commercial Construction
Location: Stratford, East London, UK
Sector: Retail / Leisure / Commercial Development

Our client is one of the UK’s largest and most established MEP contractors, with an annual turnover in excess of £1bn. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality building services solutions across complex, large-scale developments, the company operates across a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, retail, and mixed-use projects.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join the team, initially delivering a £76m retail, leisure and commercial development in Stratford, East London.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all on-site electrical activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor with long-term career progression across a range of high-profile London-based developments.
The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure all electrical installations are delivered in line with design intent, programme requirements, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage and oversee all electrical site activities on a £76m retail, leisure and commercial development in Stratford
• Supervise site teams and specialist subcontractors delivering electrical packages including containment, cabling, LV systems, lighting, fire alarms, and associated infrastructure
• Ensure all electrical works are delivered in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and programme milestones
• Monitor site progress and coordinate works to maintain project schedules
• Promote and enforce a strong health & safety culture across all electrical activities
• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and ensure compliance with company policies and UK regulations
• Coordinate with project managers, design teams, and other trades to resolve technical and sequencing issues
• Maintain strict quality control procedures and ensure installations meet required standards
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of method statements and risk assessments
• Maintain accurate site records including daily reports, progress updates, and QA documentation
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical systems

In Return, Our Client Offers
Competitive basic salary
Travel allowance
Bonus structure
Private healthcare
Pension
Opportunity to join a £1bn turnover MEP contractor delivering high-profile projects across London, with clear long-term career progression