Senior Design Manager HV Substations

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UK construction and infrastructure sector is seeking a Senior Design Manager for Substation projects in Glasgow. This exciting role involves managing design aspects of tenders and live projects while working within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil infrastructure and the Energy sector, particularly substations. This company offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a range of benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for ambitious professionals looking to make a significant impact in the energy field.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

Mentoring programs

Contributory pension scheme

Recognition schemes

Car scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong background in main contracting market and project delivery.
• Membership of a professional institute or progressing toward chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Manage design aspects of tenders and live projects.
• Oversee preconstruction activities and early contractor involvement.

Skills

Project Management

Design Management

Tendering

Civil Infrastructure

Energy Sector Knowledge

BIM

Education

Degree in a relevant technical discipline

HNC/HND in a relevant technical discipline

Tools

NEC 3/4 Contracts

Job description

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Senior Design Manager HV Substations, Glasgow

Client:

Advance TRS

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

My client, a leading company in the UK construction and infrastructure industry, has an exciting opportunity within their Energy Division for an ambitious and talented Senior Design Manager working on Substation projects.

Following a period of significant success in securing projects within the Energy sector, they are looking to add an experienced professional to their dynamic and dedicated management team.

They seek individuals with a strong background in the main contracting market, who share their passion for delivering high-quality projects in a collaborative and hardworking environment.

The Role

As a Senior Design Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the design aspects of tenders, preconstruction activities, and live projects.
• Overseeing preconstruction and early contractor involvement (ECI) design activities.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or HNC/HND in a relevant technical discipline.
• Membership of an industry-recognised professional institute (e.g., CIOB, ICE, IET) or be progressing toward chartered status.
• Experience in tenders, preconstruction, and project delivery within civil infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of the Energy and Power markets, particularly substations.

Required Experience:

• Experience in the Energy sector, particularly substations.
• Working knowledge of NEC 3/4 contracts and associated change mechanisms.
• Design consultant appointment and management of scope/programme.
• Design management processes and procedures.
• BIM experience (beneficial but not essential).

What’s in it for you?

My client offers a range of benefits, including:

• Generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy additional days).
• Flexible and adaptable working arrangements.
• Family-friendly policies promoting work/life balance.
• Mentoring programs and continuous professional development support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Recognition schemes and long-service awards.
• Car scheme and private medical insurance (where applicable).

About the Business

My client has extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management solutions for major UK energy companies and network operators.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation at the forefront of the UK Energy sector.