Electrical Design Co-ordinator

Morson Edge; Preston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Company Car / Car allowance

On-site parking

Clear progression path

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking an Electrical Design Manager to lead the design function for electrical building services. The role focuses on delivering innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions while coordinating with clients and project teams.

You will oversee detailed electrical designs, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior engineers, with site visits and on-site coordination as needed. A strong leadership and technical background is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design management within building services or M&E contracting.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design, installation, and commissioning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing design budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design process across multiple projects.
• Oversee production of detailed electrical designs including LV distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and renewables.
• Ensure designs comply with BS7671, building regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical partners, project managers, engineers and site teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design engineers.
• Liaise with clients and consultants to develop design solutions meeting requirements.
• Monitor design progress, budgets and resources for efficiency and quality.
• Drive innovation and incorporate sustainable technologies into designs.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Electrical systems design

Leadership and mentoring

Project management

Client communication

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Design Manager will lead the design function for electrical building services projects, ensuring innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions are delivered. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage design teams while liaising closely with clients, consultants, and project managers.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design process across multiple projects.
• Oversee the production of detailed electrical designs including LV distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and renewable technologies.
• Ensure designs comply with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), building regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Mechanical partners, project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design engineers.
• Liaise with clients and consultants to develop design solutions that meet project requirements.
• Monitor design progress, budgets, and resources to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Drive innovation and incorporate sustainable technologies into design solutions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in electrical design management or working within an electrical design position within the building services or M&E contracting sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems design, installation, and commissioning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results under pressure.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing design budgets.

Work Environment

Office based but will require on-site visits & meetings, coordinating activities across multiple projects or locations within construction. Required to adapt to unforeseen changes, maintain high safety standards, and interact with a variety of professionals and clients.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Company Car / Car allowance
• On-site parking
• Clear progression path

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 We offer a competitive package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including professional training and long-term career development opportunities.

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