Electrical Manager

Job Specification

Senior Electrical Manager (Commissioning-Focused)

Contract: 8 months (Freelance/Contract)

Location: Palencia, Castilla y León, Spain (Site Based)

Start: ASAP / Subject to mobilisation

Schedule: Full-time on site (typical construction schedule)

Project Overview

We are delivering a large-scale solar PV development in the Palencia region , including associated MV electrical infrastructure and grid interface works (switching stations / substation connection works).

Role Purpose

The Senior Electrical Manager will lead the electrical construction delivery on site while ensuring the project is driven toward commissioning readiness, energisation, testing, and handover . This role suits someone who has managed electrical packages end-to-end and can work confidently across construction + commissioning interface (even if they are not the appointed Commissioning Manager).

Key Responsibilities (Electrical Construction)

• Take full ownership of electrical scope delivery , including planning, sequencing, and progress reporting.
• Manage electrical subcontractors across LV/MV works , ensuring quality, productivity, and programme adherence.
• Oversee installation activities such as:
• AC/DC cable containment and cabling
• Inverter stations / transformer stations
• MV switchgear / RMUs (as applicable)
• Earthing, bonding, and lightning protection systems
• SCADA/communications and metering interfaces
• Coordinate all electrical interfaces with civil, mechanical, grid, and commissioning teams .
• Lead daily/weekly coordination meetings and drive resolution of access, design queries, and blockers.
• Maintain strict control of materials, tools, test equipment, and installation readiness .
• Ensure works are executed in line with project drawings, specifications, and applicable standards (IEC / local codes).

Commissioning-Focused Responsibilities (Interface + Readiness)

You will support and align with commissioning management activities, including:

• Ensure the project is built in a way that enables smooth pre-commissioning and commissioning execution .
• Drive Mechanical Completion (MC) / system walkdowns and close-out of punch lists.
• Own electrical ITPs , inspection sign-offs, and completion dossiers for energisation.
• Support / coordinate:
• Pre-energisation checks (IR tests, continuity, functional checks, settings verification)
• Cold commissioning and SAT readiness
• Energisation planning and permits-to-work / switching coordination
• Liaise with OEMs and specialists (inverters, transformers, protection relays, SCADA).
• Support the Commissioning Manager in compiling and closing:
• Test packs / commissioning packs
• As-built documentation and redlines
• Handover dossiers to client / O&M

HSEQ & Compliance

• Lead by example on HSE culture , enforcing RAMS, PTW, LOTO, and safe isolation practices.
• Ensure electrical installation quality meets spec and all non-conformances are managed correctly.
• Maintain accurate reporting on progress, constraints, quality metrics, and look-ahead plans.

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong experience as Senior Electrical Manager / Electrical Construction Manager / Lead Electrical Supervisor on large industrial or energy projects (Solar PV, substations, grid works, power plants, BESS).
• Demonstrable understanding of the commissioning lifecycle (MC → pre-com → energisation → testing → handover).
• Confident managing subcontractors, programme, permits, and technical problem-solving on site.
• Strong knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems, protection concepts, testing principles, and QA processes.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders: EPC team, client reps, OEMs, grid parties.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering qualification (Degree / HNC/HND / equivalent trade background with strong project history).
• Electrical safety competency (LOTO / HV awareness essential).
• CSCS/ECS (or local equivalent) preferred depending on mobilisation route.

Language

• English required (project delivery level).
• Spanish beneficial but not essential.

What Success Looks Like

• Electrical scope delivered safely, on time, and to spec.
• Clear commissioning readiness structure with minimal delays at energisation stage.
• Strong documentation and test pack closeout enabling smooth handover.