Electrical Engineer (Capital Programmes) [Manchester City council]

ReedManchesterreedpublished 09/23/2026
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Electrical Engineer

Rate: £40 per hour Location: Manchester, M60 (Hybrid WFH) Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Join the Capital Programmes Division at Manchester City Council, responsible for developing and delivering Capital construction programmes valued at approximately £200m per year across the city. We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer to work within our M&E project team.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Take responsibility for the electrical design, planning, management, and delivery of diverse projects and programmes.
  • Engage in maintenance and refurbishment work across various sites including school programmes, listed buildings, art galleries, city centre public realm monuments, national sporting/leisure facilities, and more.
  • Design and implement decarbonisation schemes and the power scheme for the Manchester Christmas Market.
  • Conduct NBS specification or similar software-based calculations and feasibility studies on all types of buildings.
  • Ensure compliance with building and planning legislation, Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and utilise CAD software systems effectively.
  • Inspect and report on defects, ensuring high standards of electrical safety and functionality.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Electrical Engineering Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent qualification.
  • Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
  • Experience in a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
  • Proven track record in the delivery of major refurbishment and new build schemes.
  • Proficient in NBS specification software or similar packages.
  • Good working knowledge of building and planning legislation, Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and CAD software systems.
  • Relevant commercial and contractual experience.

Benefits:

  • 35-hour working week with flexible working arrangements.
  • Hybrid working model (3 days office, 2 days WFH).
  • Comprehensive training and development opportunities to remain up-to-date with industry standards.

If you possess the required experience and skills and are interested in working in a dynamic and varied environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now.