Our client, a leader in power utilities, power distribution, and energy sectors, is currently seeking a Senior Design Manager to join their team in Glasgow or Birmingham. This permanent role focuses on leading engineering design projects within the power transmission and distribution industry, ensuring high standards and compliance with industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead engineering design work across the UK business, collaborating with the Engineering Director to assemble project teams from global offices.
Manage design projects from concept to completion, adhering to best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2) and covering FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout.
Fulfil roles of Project Manager or Design Manager on assigned projects, ensuring safety, quality, profitability, and risk management.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate with engineering discipline heads to resource competent staff and maintain effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Develop and implement project policies, procedures, and controls systems.
Report on project progress, costs, schedule metrics, procurement issues, and other significant concerns.
Plan and lead project and client meetings as required.
Job Requirements:
Experience in engineering design management within the electricity transmission and distribution sector.
Advanced knowledge of project management and engineering design best practices.
Understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation related to design and construction in the electricity supply industry.
Knowledge of UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation, and CDM Regulations.
Strong contract management skills and familiarity with NEC family of contracts.
Experience with National Grid Electricity Transmission projects in the UK.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
A relevant Health & Safety qualification is required.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Opportunity to work on significant and impactful projects
Professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Comprehensive employee benefits package
If you are an experienced Senior Design Manager with a passion for leading design projects in the power transmission and distribution sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Glasgow
Salary description
£60000.00 - £70000.00 per year