Senior Design Manager- Transmission & Distribution

Samuel Knight International; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consultancy seeks a Senior Design Manager for their Power Transmission & Distribution team in the UK. This role encompasses managing engineering design projects from FEED to closeout, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, be adept in stakeholder engagement, and bring a solid understanding of National Grid frameworks.

Benefits

Professional development and CPD opportunities

Supportive team culture

Competitive package based on experience

High-profile responsibility on major projects

Future growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in power engineering design projects.
• In-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH, or NVQ Level 3).

Responsibilities

• Manage complex power T&D engineering design projects.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure adherence to UK safety regulations.
• Act as Project Manager or Design Manager as necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related T&D 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 National 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 National 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.