Electrical Contracts Manager, Christchurch
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Electrical Contracts Manager

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Christchurch

Job Description

Key Responsibilities


Commercial Estimation


  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure electrical projects.
  • Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to determine project scope.
  • Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
  • Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.
  • Develop pricing strategies that maximise profitability while remaining competitive.
  • Participate in tender presentations and client negotiations where required.


Contracts Management


  • Manage multiple electrical projects from award through to practical completion.
  • Administer contracts in accordance with relevant contractual obligations.
  • Monitor project costs, cash flow, variations, and financial reports.
  • Ensure contractual compliance and manage claims, extensions of time, and variations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.


Project Delivery


  • Coordinate project resources, procurement, scheduling, and site activities.
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and electricians to ensure successful project execution.
  • Monitor project progress against construction programmes and budgets.
  • Resolve technical and commercial issues promptly.
  • Conduct project reviews and implement lessons learned.


Leadership


  • Mentor and support estimating and project delivery teams.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Assist with business development opportunities and repeat client engagement.


Health, Safety & Quality


  • Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety legislation and company policies.
  • Promote safe working practices across all projects.
  • Ensure projects comply with relevant electrical standards, codes, and quality requirements.


Skills & Experience


Essential


  • Minimum 7 to 10 years of experience within the electrical contracting industry.
  • Extensive experience preparing commercial electrical estimates and tenders.
  • Proven experience managing electrical contracts and project delivery.
  • Strong commercial acumen with excellent cost control and financial management skills.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
  • Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating/project management software.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Performance Measures


Success in this role will be measured by:

  • Tender win rate and estimate accuracy.
  • Project profitability and margin achievement.
  • On-time and on-budget project delivery.
  • Client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Effective management of contractual risks and variations.
  • Safety and quality performance.
  • Team leadership and staff development.


What's on Offer


  • Competitive salary package.
  • Company vehicle and fuel card (where applicable).
  • Performance-based incentives.
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial and industrial projects.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Cost Control
  • Commercial Estimation
  • Contract Administration
  • Project Scheduling

Desired Soft Skills

  • Negotiation
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Organisational Skills

Additional Compensation

  • Performance Bonus

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🚗 Company Car
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • ⛽ Vehicle/Fuel Card

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