Electrical Design Manager

Build Recruitment Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MEP contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Manager for a permanent position near Bristol. The role involves leading the electrical design process, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with teams and partners. Ideal candidates will have experience in MEP contracting, knowledge of UK electrical standards, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a salary of £65,000 and clear career progression opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Electrical Design Manager or Senior Electrical Design role.
• Strong background working for an MEP contractor or specialist electrical contractor.
• Solid knowledge of UK electrical standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design process from pre-construction through to delivery.
• Coordinate electrical design activities with internal teams, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure designs are compliant with relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements.

Skills

Electrical design process management

Coordination with internal teams

Knowledge of UK electrical standards

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Electrical Design Manager

Near Bristol
Permanent Position
£65,000 per annum plus package

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Manager to join a leading MEP contractor on a major project located close to Bristol.

This is a permanent opportunity offering a salary of £65,000, working on a complex construction scheme with long-term career progression within the business.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design process from pre-construction through to delivery
• Coordinate electrical design activities with internal teams, consultants, and supply chain partners
• Ensure designs are compliant with relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements
• Manage design programmes, deliverables, and technical submissions
• Provide technical leadership and resolve design‑related issues on site
• Support value engineering, buildability reviews, and design change management
• Interface closely with project, commercial, and site teams

About You

• Proven experience in an Electrical Design Manager or Senior Electrical Design role
• Strong background working for an MEP contractor or specialist electrical contractor
• Solid knowledge of UK electrical standards and regulations
• Experience delivering projects in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, or industrial (desirable)
• Excellent coordination, communication, and leadership skills
• Right to work in the UK

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £65,000
• Permanent, stable role
• Project located near Bristol
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile project for a respected MEP client
• Clear route for career development

If you are an Electrical Design Manager looking for a permanent role near Bristol with a strong MEP contractor, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Please call Sarah on 07449947554 or email [e-mail]