Design Manager - Energy Networks

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing programs

Hybrid working policy

Flexibility for personal activities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Design Manager to lead and manage design projects within the UK's electricity transmission and distribution sector. You will work closely with project teams, overseeing engineering design and ensuring compliance with UK regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and experience in design management. The role offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to work from home two days a week, while also promoting work-life balance and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience in design management, preferably in the UK’s electricity transmission and distribution sector.
• Knowledge of UK health & safety and environmental regulations.
• Experience on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver effective solutions.
• Drive 'Safety by Design' practices in projects.

Skills

Project management processes (APM, PMP, PRINCE2)

Contract management and negotiation

Communication and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Mentorship and technical guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

As a Design Manager at WSP, you will lead and manage design projects within the UK’s electricity transmission and distribution sector. Working alongside the Project Director and Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing engineering design work and delivering project management services, ensuring compliance with best practices and UK regulations.

Your role will involve assembling project teams from global offices, managing design processes, and driving projects from concept to completion while maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design management for mid-scale projects, managing resources, timelines, and budgets from concept through to completion.
• Ensure projects comply with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage client relationships and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver effective, integrated solutions.
• Lead client and project meetings, reporting on progress, financials, and addressing technical challenges.
• Drive "Safety by Design" practices and ensure compliance with UK CDM (Construction Design & Management) Regulations.
• Assist in marketing activities and business development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline with experience in design management.
• Knowledge of relevant UK health & safety and environmental regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of project management processes (APM, PMP, PRINCE2).
• Strong skills in contract management and negotiation.
• Experience working on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.
• Ability to provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.

Benefits

Work-life balance

WSP’s hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

WSP welcomes applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work. Employee resource groups promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Wellbeing

WSP supports health and wellbeing through programs such as the Thrive programme, virtual GP service, gym discount scheme, and comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

The "WSP My Hour" allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time earlier or later.

Your development

WSP invests in growth through training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.