Permanent

Electrical Project Engineer

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Plymouth, PL1 1AR

£45000 - £55000 per annum, Benefits: Package & Benefits

Posted: 31 July 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 30 August 2026

Ref: 105976

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About the Role

Based in Plymouth, this permanent Electrical Project Engineer role with a well-established M&E contractor carries a salary of £45,000 to £55,000 plus a comprehensive package. Supporting a growing workload within a secure and technically demanding environment, the position suits an experienced Electrical Supervisor ready to advance or a current Project Engineer seeking broader responsibility. You will oversee refurbishment, infrastructure, and building services schemes, coordinating electrical works from initial planning through to final handover. Duties involve liaising with clients and operational staff, managing programmes, and ensuring technical compliance. Full-time hours apply, with clear routes for career progression within the organisation.

Electrical Project Engineer
Plymouth | £45,000 - £55,000 + Package
An established MandE contractor is looking to recruit an Electrical Project Engineer to support an increasing workload across a secure and technically challenging environment in Plymouth.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Supervisor looking to take the next step into project engineering, or an existing Project Engineer seeking greater responsibility and career progression. Working on a variety of refurbishment, infrastructure and building services projects, you will play a key role in the planning, coordination and delivery of electrical works from inception through to completion.
The Role
Working closely with operational teams and clients, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of multiple electrical packages, ranging from small works through to medium-sized contracts.
Typical duties will include:
- Planning and coordinating electrical projects from award through to completion.
- Managing and overseeing site teams and subcontractors.
- Allocating labour resources and producing work schedules and programmes.
- Preparing RAMS, quality plans and project documentation.
- Monitoring project progress, quality and compliance.
- Coordinating materials, plant and subcontractors.
- Supporting client meetings and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
- Assisting with project reporting, forecasting and programme updates.
- Supporting commissioning, handover and project close-out activities.
About You
We are looking for a motivated and organised electrical professional with strong technical knowledge and a proactive approach to project delivery.
You will ideally possess:
- Electrical NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Previous experience within electrical installation, maintenance or infrastructure projects.
- Minimum SSSTS certification.
- CSCS Card
- First Aid at work
- Strong understanding of electrical systems including LV distribution, lighting and refurbishment works.
- Experience leading site teams or supervising electrical operatives.
- Good IT skills and confidence using project management and reporting systems.
- Excellent planning, communication and organisational abilities.
- Test and Inspection (2391 or equivalent) would be advantageous but is not essential.
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must either hold current Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain clearance.
Package
- £45,000 - £55,000 salary
- Car allowance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- EV salary sacrifice scheme
- Enhanced family benefits
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Secure and varied project workload
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Electrical Supervisor or Electrical Engineer looking to progress into a project-focused role with a respected contractor delivering a diverse range of electrical projects.