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Linear Recruitment Ltd

Design Manager

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Lead and manage multidisciplinary BESS design projects from concept to completion
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Role
What you would be doing
bess design
voltage management
electrical connections
cdm compliance
team leadership
client relations

As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for performance across health & safety, project delivery, and customer satisfaction—while shaping a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Lead the delivery of BESS design projects from concept through to completion.
  • Manage technical delivery across voltage levels from LV up to 400kV, in both transmission and DNO environments.
  • Lead design for new electrical connections (contestable and non-contestable works).
  • Manage and grow a diverse, multidisciplinary team, setting culture and strategic direction.
  • Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 responsibilities as Principal Designer and Designer.
  • Build strong client relationships and exceed expectations through exceptional service.
  • Shape and implement people strategies, including recruitment, development, and retention.
  • Oversee project health and safety, financial performance, and quality assurance.
What you bring
chartered engineer
engineering degree
project management
electrical design
tender management
leadership

We're looking for an experienced Design Manager to join our growing programme of BESS projects. You’ll be at the forefront of innovation, integrating multi-disciplinary teams from across global regions and working closely with clients to deliver future-focused, environmentally-conscious solutions.

  • Degree-qualified in engineering or a relevant science discipline.
  • Proven leadership in managing multi-disciplinary design teams.
  • Capable of managing tenders for large, complex projects.
  • Extensive experience in electrical network design across all voltage levels (LV to 400kV).
  • Skilled in project management and delivering major infrastructure projects.
  • Strong background in both civil and electrical design within a design & build environment.
  • Chartered Engineer (or equivalent status).
Benefits
  • Flexible benefits package including lifestyle, financial, health, and wellbeing support
  • Extensive training and leadership development
  • Competitive salary with performance-based reviews
  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy transition
  • Tailored progression plans and professional development
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Your recruiter
Your recruiting firm
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  • Founded in 2001 in Sheffield, they grew steadily with new offices in Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Milton Keynes, London and Birmingham.
  • Privately owned until converting to an Employee Ownership Trust in 2022, handing control to its long-serving staff.
  • Specialises in recruiting across sectors such as rail upgrades, power and utility projects, highways works and industrial engineering.
  • Handles both blue‑ and white‑collar roles—from site labourers to project managers—on contract, temp and permanent bases.
  • ISO 9001 and RISQS accredited, the firm often supports large‑scale public civil engineering and infrastructure initiatives.
  • Their narrative shines through longstanding client and candidate relationships rooted in transparent, people-first partnerships.
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