Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer (BMS) | Chester 📍 Chester Area 📅 6-Month Contract ⏰ 50 Hours Per Week Available Are you an experienced Electrical Project Engineer with a strong understanding of Building Management Systems…

Pay rate £35 – £36/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 8 October 2026

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Electrical Project Engineer (BMS) | Chester

📍 Chester Area
📅 6-Month Contract
⏰ 50 Hours Per Week Available

Are you an experienced Electrical Project Engineer with a strong understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS)?

We're supporting a major electrical installation project near Chester and are looking for a hands-on Project Engineer who can successfully bridge the gap between design and site delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile project, leading site activities and ensuring installations are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification.

What You'll Be Doing

✅ Leading and coordinating a team of approximately 20 electricians on site
✅ Reviewing electrical and BMS drawings, specifications and technical documentation
✅ Turning design information into practical installation activities
✅ Managing daily electrical installation works with supervisors and subcontractors
✅ Ensuring quality, safety and programme objectives are achieved
✅ Attending site progress meetings and providing technical support
✅ Liaising with commissioning teams, clients and key project stakeholders
✅ Resolving technical issues and managing project documentation

What We're Looking For

✔ Previous experience as an Electrical Project Engineer on commercial, industrial or critical infrastructure projects
✔ Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
✔ Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics
✔ Experience driving site-based project delivery and installation activities
✔ Proven ability to manage and coordinate electrical labour on site
✔ Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
✔ SSSTS or SMSTS preferred

What's On Offer?

🔹 £1,800 per week opportunity
🔹 50 hours available each week
🔹 Immediate contract opportunity
🔹 Major electrical installation project
🔹 6-month duration with potential for extension

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