Electrical Design Manager

Options Resourcing Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is searching for an experienced Electrical Design Manager. This role involves leading a multi-discipline team, ensuring quality and compliance in designs for high-security projects. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in design management, particularly for custodial facilities. This position offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship and team development

Dynamic work environment

Cutting-edge tools

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design management for M&E projects.
• Experience in custodial or secure facilities is essential.
• Knowledge of RIBA Stages 2-5.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design team.
• Review and approve third-party designs.
• Coordinate multi-discipline design packages.
• Conduct technical checks and risk assessments.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Electrical Design Management

QA/QC

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM tools

Job description

About the Role :

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Manager to lead a multi-discipline engineering design team. You will oversee all electrical design activities, ensure the quality and compliance of internal designs, and review third-party consultancy outputs. You will also have experience in custodial or secure facilities projects, along with a varied sector portfolio, ensuring designs meet strict security, safety, and regulatory requirements. The role is accountable for delivering technically robust designs in accordance with RIBA Stages 2-5 (Concept ? Developed ? Technical Design ? Construction Documentation).

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the electrical design team, setting design standards, workflows, and quality benchmarks.

Review, validate, and approve third-party consultancy designs, ensuring compliance with project specifications, UK regulations, and internal quality standards.

Coordinate multi-discipline design packages, integrating electrical designs with mechanical, civil, and renewable energy teams.

Ensure designs adhere to RIBA Stage 2-5 processes, including concept, developed, technical design, and construction documentation.

Provide technical guidance on custodial and secure facilities projects, addressing security systems, power distribution, lighting, and fire safety.

Conduct technical checks, risk assessments, and quality assurance reviews.

Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers.

Collaborate with project managers, installation teams, and clients to resolve design issues and ensure constructability.

Contribute to value engineering initiatives to optimise cost, efficiency, and buildability.

Maintain comprehensive design records, approvals, and documentation.

Skills & Experience

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering (Building Services or related discipline).

Proven experience in electrical design management for M&E projects in commercial, industrial, custodial, or large residential sectors.

Experience reviewing and approving third-party designs, with responsibility for QA / QC.

Knowledge of RIBA Stages 2-5 (concept ? developed ? technical design ? construction documentation).

Expertise in low & high voltage systems, lighting, fire alarm, security, and CCTV systems, particularly for custodial or secure environments.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What You'll Get

Lead the design function in a dynamic, multi-discipline engineering environment.

Oversight of high-profile and secure facilities projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and security standards.

Work with cutting-edge BIM tools and RIBA-compliant design processes.

Mentor and develop a talented design team.

Career growth in a company that values technical excellence, security, and collaborative leadership