CSA Design Manager

H&MV Engineering; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

H&MV Engineering is seeking a Civil Structural Design Manager to lead the coordination and integration of civil and structural activities across HV projects, from concept through energisation and handover. This role coordinates civil, structural, and architectural scope for substations, data centres and renewable energy sites, ensuring designs align with electrical systems, programme and budgets.

The successful candidate will mentor multidisciplinary teams, manage design risk, and drive the

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10+ years of experience in civil/structural design for HV substations or large infrastructure.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Experience with project interfaces and design risk management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate civil, structural and architectural design across multiple packages.
• Review drawings and calculations for standards compliance.
• Lead interface meetings with electrical, mechanical and civil teams.
• Monitor design programme and support timely deliverables.
• Provide technical direction to engineers and mentor the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Design management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Job Title: Civil Structural Design Manager

About H&MV Engineering

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centres, and complex utility projects - powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal - it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

We’re not here to keep up - we’re here to lead.

About the Role:

The Civil Structural Design Manager acts as the senior authority for the coordination, integration, and management of all civil and structural activities during the design phase of H&MV projects. The role ensures civil and structural designs are fully aligned with electrical systems, construction strategy, programme, budget, and regulatory requirements from concept through to energisation and handover.

The Civil Structural Design Manager focuses on coordinating all civil, structural, and architectural scope across complex infrastructure projects such as high-voltage substations for large data centre and renewable projects (battery energy storage systems (BESS)).

Purpose of the Role

To ensure that all Civil Structural elements are clearly defined, technically aligned, and seamlessly coordinated from concept design through to construction, energisation, and handover.

Key Responsibilities

1. CSA Design Coordination

• Serve as the senior point of contact for all civil, structural, and architectural interfaces within H&Mv projects during the design phase.
• Coordinate civil, structural, and architectural design across multiple packages and disciplines.
• Review consultant drawings, reports, and calculations for compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Lead CS consultant meetings and multidisciplinary coordination sessions.
• Maintain ultimate responsibility for management, performance, and output of CS design consultants.
• Manage and respond to design queries, RFIs, clash issues, and technical clarifications.
• Proactively identify CS interface and constructability risks, particularly for AIS and GIS substations.
• Lead resolution of interface-related issues without compromising safety, quality, or performance.
• Manage and record CS design risks and opportunities within the Project Risk & Opportunity Register.
• Monitor design programme and engage with planners and design teams to mitigate slippage.

2. Interface Management

• Maintain the CS interface register for substations, BESS projects, utilities, and below-ground works.
• Identify and resolve design, construction, and vendor interfaces (e.g., transformer plinths, cable trenches, crane hardstanding, fire walls, building interfaces).
• Lead interface discussions with electrical, mechanical, fire, utilities, and commissioning teams.
• Track all CS deliverables against the project programme.
• Ensure timely delivery of drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports.
• Flag design risks early and coordinate close-outs to support key milestones (planning submissions, equipment procurement, civils start, energisation).

4. Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, engineering leads, procurement teams, and site teams.
• Drive coordination with external architects, civil/structural consultants, geotechnical engineers, and local authorities.
• Support tender queries, technical evaluations, and incoming vendor documentation.

5. Documentation, Reporting & Controls

• Maintain CS trackers, interface logs, design schedules, and decision registers.
• Provide clear progress updates for internal and client reporting.
• Lead and mentor CS and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical direction and support to civil, structural, and architectural engineers.
• Promote collaborative working and disciplined design management across projects.

Typical Background

• Degree in Civil Engineering ,Structural Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience).
• Min 10 years of experience in a related field
• Experience in HV substations, industrial buildings, data centres, or renewable energy projects desirable but not necessary.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Comfortable managing complex design packages and multiple moving parts.

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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