Electrical Project Engineer

Exeter, Devon
1st Step

1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists)

We are recruiting on behalf of a national M&E Building Services Contractor for the following role, they are also looking for an Electrical Supervisor to join their Exeter team.

Required: Electrical Project Engineer (Project based)

Office Location: Exeter

Your work location: serving projects across the Southwest

Employment: permanent & full time

Salary: 60k, pension, holiday, life cover, sickness cover & company car

Role Overview Position

The employer are seeking an accomplished Electrical Project Engineer to join the MEP team to deliver the electrical

installation of MEP projects (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) – projects across the southwest area. The successful

candidate will take responsibility for ensuring that the projects Electrical installation is delivered safely, efficiently, and

within budget – while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Oversee electrical elements of the project, ensuring alignment with programme goals, budgets, and milestones.
• Planning & Coordination: Develop with the project MEP team detailed project plans and schedules. Collaborate closely with MEP disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Resource Management: Allocate labour, materials, and equipment effectively to achieve project objectives for the project elements you have been assigned to
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the Electrical installations comply with relevant standards and regulations. Conduct inspections and audits to guarantee high quality work.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce robust health and safety practices, addressing risks proactively.
• Financial Oversight: To assist the project MEP team to Monitor and control expenditure, providing accurate financial and progress reports.
• Risk Management: Identify risks and implement effective mitigation and contingency plans.
• Client Relations: To join and assist the project MEP team to continue and to further develop good professional Relations across supply chain, main contactor & client contacts, delivering updates, ensuring satisfaction and high-quality communications skills.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate project records, including permits, contracts, change orders, and reports.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor, supervisors, and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and performance excellence

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Significant experience in electrical engineering and project management, with a track record of delivering large-scale MEP projects.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical systems, BS 7671 wiring regulations, and relevant codes. Proficiency in project management tools/software.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse teams in high-pressure project environments.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent decision-making ability to manage complex project challenges.
• Attention to Detail: Rigorous focus on compliance, safety, and quality standards.

‘Ideal’ Core Electrical Qualifications

• 236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) – essential for compliance and safety.
• City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing certification.
• JIB Gold Card
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – required for site management. Work Environment
• Based at the Exeter office and visiting projects across the southwest area
• Fast-paced, collaborative project environment with strong team support.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering projects across the area that will positively impact the local community for generations.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Core electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds).
• Ideally, HNC / HND in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer.
• Strong background in Health & Safety management, including CDM Regulations.
• Commercially astute with excellent financial and project management skills.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver projects successfully under pressure

How do I apply

Reply via this advert or call our Bristol team on (phone number removed)

Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd?

Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry.

With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all

levels of the Built Environment – from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors,

and Contracts Managers. Whether you’re looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your

project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your needs.

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