Design Manager - Electrical - Wastewater Infrastructure (London)

Laing O'Rourke; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Design Manager to manage electrical designs for a major upgrade at Beckton Wastewater Treatment Works. This hands-on, site-based role includes overseeing coordination between disciplines, managing technical queries, and supporting construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in complex infrastructure projects, particularly in water and wastewater sectors. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager with electrical bias.
• Experience in complex infrastructure projects like water or wastewater.
• Ability to manage technical queries and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review electrical design deliverables.
• Oversee coordination between electrical design and site teams.
• Engage with consultants and subcontractors to resolve challenges.

Skills

Electrical design management

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We're looking for an experienced electrically biased Design Manager to help us successfully deliver the final stages of a major upgrade at Beckton Wastewater Treatment Works - one of the largest treatment plants in Europe. This is a hands-on, site-based role where you'll bring technical expertise, coordination skills, and a collaborative approach to ensure a smooth finish. What you'll be doing

• Managing and reviewing electrical design deliverables to ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, and technical requirements.
• Overseeing coordination between electrical design, other disciplines, and site teams to maintain programme and buildability.
• Managing technical queries, changes, and assurance documentation in the run-up to commissioning and handover.
• Engaging with consultants, subcontractors, and the client to resolve design challenges quickly and effectively.
• Supporting construction activities, quality assurance, and final documentation to close out the project.
  
  Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Chartered status desirable).
• Proven experience as a Design Manager (electrical bias) in complex infrastructure projects - ideally in water, wastewater, or process-driven environments.
• Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary coordination and working to tight deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply design management processes from concept through to handover.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.