Design Manager - Energy Networks

WSP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Manager to lead and manage design projects in the electricity transmission and distribution sector. This role involves overseeing engineering design work, managing project teams, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. You will drive projects from concept to completion while maintaining high standards in safety and quality. Join a global team of over 69,000 passionate individuals dedicated to making a positive impact in communities worldwide. If you're ready to embrace a culture of innovation and collaboration, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline with experience in design management.
• Advanced knowledge of project management processes (APM, PMP, PRINCE2).

Responsibilities

• Lead design management for mid-scale projects, managing resources, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Design Management

Project Management

Contract Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

APM

PMP

PRINCE2

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little bit about your role:

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:

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

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

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

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.