Electrical Design Manager

Options Resourcing Ltd; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected M&E contractor in Bournemouth is seeking an Electrical Design Manager to oversee electrical design functions for diverse projects. The role requires strong leadership and technical expertise in building services. The successful candidate will manage project designs, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor junior engineers. A competitive salary between £75,000 and £84,000 plus a package is offered with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design management or senior electrical design roles.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design, installation, and commissioning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process across multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide mentorship to junior design engineers.

Skills

Electrical design management

Leadership skills

Communication

Technical knowledge of electrical systems

Education

Chartered Engineer status or working towards it

Job description

Job Specification

Position : Electrical Design Manager Location: Bournemouth Salary: £75,000 - £84,000 plus package

Company Overview

Our client is a highly respected M&E Contractor based in Bournemouth. With a strong reputation for delivering projects across commercial developments, education, leisure, and public services, the company continues to grow and is now seeking an Electrical Design Manager to join their expanding team.

Role Overview

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.

Key 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 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.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical design management or working within a senior 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.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000 - £84,000 plus package.

Hybrid working

• Opportunity to lead the design function within a respected and growing contractor.
• Exposure to diverse projects across commercial, education, leisure, and public service sectors.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.

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