Site Manager (Electrical )

Recruiter:

Lotus Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000256/MdW

Date posted:

Monday, December 1, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leading subcontractor to the construction sector seeks to employ an Electrical Site Manager, with a strong knowledge of contracts (JCBB, FIDIC, NEC) and supervising construction electrical projects.

Please note that this role does require a candidate who has a Trade test as electrician, with wireman’s license (MIE preferred) and a National Diploma (N6)in Electrical Engineering, coupled with experience in PV solar, MV switching, as well as MCC and Controls experience

POSITION INFO:
KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION

You will have completed a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (N6), plus a recognised trade test and valid wireman’s license, coupled with 3-5 years in project management and 5+ years in electrical construction site and project supervision, as well as working knowledge of contract management as listed above.

You will have proven experience in PV design and installation of residential projects, as well as experience in MV/LV reticulation projects, MV terminations, switching and jointing

You will have proven experience in sub-contractor management, as well as managing projects finances, quality, HSE, planning, permit applications, material/labour/equipment schedules per site and site/report administration

You will have a solid understanding of estimation, final claims/accounts for subcontractors and measuring for materials, equipment and labour required.

Proven technical aptitude and expert problem solving and organisational abilities will be essential.

Expert software skills in MS Projects and MS Office is essential

You must have a valid driver’s licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record

Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted.

Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.

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