Senior Design Manager- Transmission & Distribution

Samuel Knight International; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead multi-disciplinary engineering design projects in the power transmission and distribution sector. The role involves managing project delivery while ensuring UK health and safety compliance. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering. Competitive salary and supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

Industry-leading consultancy environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive package based on experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in power engineering design project delivery.
• Strong understanding of NEC contract family and UK construction legislation.
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH, or NVQ Level 3 H&S).

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of complex power T&D engineering design projects.
• Lead teams across UK and international offices.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant UK Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Design management expertise

Stakeholder management

Project management

Health & Safety compliance

Grid projects experience

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Senior Design Manager – Transmission & Distribution (m/f/d)

Glasgow, UK | Permanent | Hybrid with UK/Global Collaboration

We are partnering with a global engineering consultancy that is scaling its UK operations within the Power Transmission & Distribution sector. They are now looking to appoint a Senior Design Manager to lead multi-disciplinary engineering design projects and act as a key delivery interface between internal teams, clients, and regulatory bodies.

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role suited for someone with deep design management expertise, experience in Grid frameworks, and a strong understanding of UK safety and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of complex power T&D engineering design projects (FEED to closeout)
• Lead teams across the UK and international offices, aligning with project scope, budget, and programme
• Act as Project Manager or Design Manager depending on project structure (EPC, D&B, or design-only)
• Ensure adherence to all relevant UK Health & Safety, CDM 2015, and Environmental legislation
• Act as CDM Principal Designer and Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE) where applicable
• Interface with clients, subcontractors, regulators, and other key stakeholders
• Implement best-practice project controls, risk management, and reporting frameworks
• Lead project and client meetings, resolve technical queries, and oversee change management
• Contribute to the development of project proposals, business development, and bid presentations
• Drive a "Safety by Design" culture and technical excellence across all teams
• Provide mentoring and performance support to junior engineers and design staff
• Maintain compliance with internal Integrated Management Systems and design procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement in tools, workflows, and quality delivery

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related T&D discipline
• Minimum 7 years' experience in power engineering design project delivery
• In-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Designer duties
• Strong understanding of NEC contract family and UK construction legislation
• Prior experience working on Grid projects (with familiarity across TP106, TP137, TP141, TP153 etc.)
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
• Proven stakeholder management and leadership capability across complex multi-disciplinary projects
• UK-based with willingness to travel (up to 50%)
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH, or NVQ Level 3 H&S)

What’s on Offer

• Industry-leading international consultancy environment
• High-profile design responsibility on major UK energy projects
• Clear leadership role with future growth opportunities
• Supportive team culture with professional development and CPD opportunities
• Competitive package based on experience

Interested in shaping the UK’s transmission grid design strategy with a globally recognised firm? Apply now or contact us to find out more.