Design Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Multiple Locations, UK)

Overview

Lead design and delivery of power transmission & distribution projects in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• project management
• design coordination
• safety management
• cost reporting
• client engagement
• business development

Tasks

-Support Fulfil the project role of Project Manager on assigned design-only projects or fulfilling the role of Design Manager on assigned Design & Build/Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects. -Responsible for performance of assigned projects, including but not limited to:Safety, health, environmental management, sustainability, and quality -Complies with all policies and standards. -Maintain project compliance to Burns & McDonnell’s UK Integrated Management System. -Develop and implement project policies and procedures, project controls systems and implement the project execution plan. -Maintain project compliance to applicable Burns & McDonnell and client design management processes and procedures.Co-ordinate with engineering discipline department/section heads to resource appropriately competent engineering staff and maintain effective inter-disciplinary design co-ordination and collaboration. -Report regularly on project progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support. -Actively support marketing and business development activities, building relationships with clients and generating new business -Plan and lead project and client meetings, as required. -Develop engineering design work across the UK business, working closely with the Engineering Director to assemble suitable project teams from across our global offices, as required. -Identifying new skills and competencies required within the Burns & McDonnell team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing. -Program and completion of projects within specified dates. -Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organization. -Support nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude. -Support and assist in the development of the UK business plan. -Provide supportive general personnel management of line reports, with emphasis on supporting continued development, providing technical guidance, and establishing training needs. -Be an ambassador for Burns & McDonnell at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to Burns & McDonnell Code of Conduct. -Support nurturing of world-class customer service culture, to drive client success. -Support professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders -Seeking and development of future business opportunities through nurturing of client relationships, active pursuit of new project leads, and elevation of the Burns & McDonnell brand. -Provide overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognized best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2 or similar), including FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout. -Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements -Support the preparation of project proposals, lead presentations, and lead project contract negotiations with support from senior management. -Drive ‘Safety by Design’ approach on all projects, at all times. -Assist in determining departmental objectives and requirements, organize projects and develop standards and guidelines.

Requirements

• bachelor degree
• ms project
• nebosh cert
• nec contracts
• design management
• negotiation skills

What You Bring

-Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the electricity transmission & distribution sector, from an accredited institution and 3 years of engineering design services experience Required -IT literate, with good knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project. -Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems. -Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation. -Good knowledge of National Grid’s procedures: TP106, TP131, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP163, TP182, TP184, TP188, TP189, TP191, TP211, TP215, TP241. -Strong persuasion and negotiation skills with clients and employees. -Understanding wider industry best practices and client technical standards/procedures for construction, operations & maintenance, and decommissioning, in order to drive safety, constructability, and operability throughout whole asset lifecycles. -Adequate and appropriate resourcing. -Pro-active in building knowledge and understanding of the electricity transmission and distribution industry. -Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Health & Safety legislation relating to design and construction work in the electricity supply industry. -Ability to develop innovative and practical solutions to a range of problems, and an understanding of how one issue may be part of a much larger solution. -Thorough understanding of current Construction (Design & Management) Regulations, and experience of discharging all required duties of the CDM Principal Designer representative. -Capability to coach and develop the team. -Understanding of the causes and consequences of Impressed Voltage. Understanding of the general requirements of procedural control of Temporary Works, in accordance with British Standards. -Knowledge of project management and engineering design management best practices, with strong ability to implement this knowledge. -Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3 in H&S related subject) Required -Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines. -Strong contract management skills and understanding of NEC family of contracts. -Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders across clients, industry, government and public. -Experience of working in a design management role on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects in the UK. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Excellent written & verbal communication skills. -Able to work autonomously and/or as part of a project team.

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About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

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