Senior Electrical Design Manager – Substations, Grid Upgrade

Laing O'Rourke; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Senior Design Manager to join their talent community for the Great Grid Upgrade in Birmingham. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary electrical design initiatives within significant infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background, experience in major infrastructure projects, and a passion for innovative design solutions. This position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical systems design.
• Experience in infrastructure, energy, utilities, or MEICA-heavy projects.
• Strong design management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary electrical design delivery.
• Develop design strategies aligned with targets.
• Guide design reviews and risk management.
• Collaborate with clients and teams.
• Support design-related construction activities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering background

Design management

Stakeholder leadership

Passion for innovation

Education

Chartered status or working towards it

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Senior Design Manager to join their talent community for the Great Grid Upgrade in Birmingham. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary electrical design initiatives within significant infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background, experience in major infrastructure projects, and a passion for innovative design solutions. This position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.