Galliford Try
UK-based construction group delivering building, infrastructure and specialist services across public and private sectors.
1 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
4,122 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
design approval
design development
cdm compliance
value engineering
technical governance
lv design
The Electrical Principal Design Engineer provides technical leadership within the Engineering Design team, owning discipline‑specific design delivery on water and wastewater projects. This hands‑on role combines deep technical expertise, governance responsibility and direct involvement in complex project delivery, while supporting supply‑chain engagement and the development of electrical engineering capability.
- Serve as technical authority and approve electrical design outputs for quality and compliance.
- Lead development of efficient, buildable electrical designs balancing capital and operational expenditure.
- Provide Principal Designer support to ensure CDM compliance across design activities.
- Drive innovation, value engineering and digital design in electrical engineering delivery.
- Deliver technical problem‑solving and governance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct pre‑contract technical governance and review supplier/subcontractor design submissions.
- Champion lessons learned and continuous improvement across projects.
- Line‑manage and mentor senior electrical engineers, supporting their professional development.
- Produce and approve LV electrical design packages, including calculations, schematics and schedules.
- Create control philosophies, URS and FDS documentation aligned to client specifications.
- Review and validate supplier and subcontractor electrical designs.
- Apply BS7671 (18th Edition), NICEIC certification and relevant British Standards.
- Ensure flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Requirements
amtech
autocad
chartered engineer
10+ years
electrical engineering
commercial awareness
The ideal candidate has extensive experience producing and approving LV electrical design packages for the water and wastewater sector, including cable calculations, schematics, and installation packs. They are proficient with AMTECH and AutoCAD/DraftSight, understand BS7671 (18th Edition), NICEIC standards and British Standards, and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering with at least ten years of sector experience. Chartered Engineer status is strongly preferred, alongside commercial awareness from contractor or consultancy environments.
- Utilize AMTECH and AutoCAD/DraftSight; HV and DSEAR experience is desirable.
- Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years’ experience in the municipal water and wastewater sector.
- Possess Chartered Engineer status or be working towards it.
- Demonstrate commercial awareness from contractor or consultancy environments.
- Understand QA, health & safety legislation and design governance.
Benefits
Galliford Try offers long‑term career stability, technically complex projects and the chance to influence design delivery across a leading Tier 1 contractor. Benefits include generous holiday entitlement with purchase options, a competitive pension scheme, Cycle‑to‑Work, corporate discounts, a Save As You Earn share scheme, private medical options, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and paid membership of a professional institution. Flexible working, diversity and inclusion commitments, and a supportive development environment round out the package.
- Offer generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional days.
- Provide a competitive pension scheme and Cycle‑to‑Work programme.
- Include corporate discounts and a Save As You Earn share scheme.
- Provide private medical options and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Offer paid annual membership of a relevant professional institution.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
£3.7 billion+
Order Book Value
After selling its housing arm in January 2020, the company rebuilt a significant order book, reflecting its strategic focus and growth.
£1.77 billion
Annual Revenue 2024
The company delivered £1.77 billion in revenue, showcasing its operational strength and market presence.
- a national construction powerhouse with a history tracing back to two century‑old local builders.
- now focusing on Building, Infrastructure (including Highways and Environment), and Specialist Services, delivering projects such as schools, hospitals, water barriers, and road networks.
- expanded through strategic acquisitions—Morrison Construction in 2006, Miller Construction in 2014, and water and specialist services firms since 2021—to broaden its technical capabilities.
- delivers projects in sectors like education, health, defence, justice facilities, major highways, water treatment infrastructure, fire‑safety upgrades, and digital infrastructure.
- retains dual brands—Galliford Try in England & Wales and Morrison Construction in Scotland—to maintain regional strength.
- has shown strong growth, recovering from COVID, reinstating dividends in 2021, and aiming to exceed £2.2 billion in revenue and achieve a 4% operating margin by 2030.
Culture + Values
- Excellence
- Passion
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Health and safety always prioritised – “nothing is so important that we cannot take the time to do it safely.”
- Agile and smart working methods to enable people to reach their potential.
- People‑oriented, progressive culture driven from top leadership.
Environment + Sustainability
62% CO₂e reduction
Carbon Emissions Reduction (2012–2020)
A significant reduction in carbon emissions (Scope 1, 2, and operational Scope 3) was achieved between 2012 and 2020.
93% electric cars
Electric and Plug-In Hybrid Fleet
Over 90% of the company's vehicle fleet consists of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable mobility.
100% renewable electricity
Clean Energy Target
The company aims to power its operations entirely with renewable electricity by the end of 2025.
16 activities mapped
Net Zero Route Map
A comprehensive plan addressing key activities contributing to carbon emissions has been published, including diesel use, vehicle emissions, and materials.
- Net zero on Scope 1 and 2 operations by 2030; Scope 1, 2 and 3 across all activities by 2045.
- Near-term emissions targets validated by SBTi (aligned to 1.5 °C).
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2.5% in 2023 vs 2022; diesel use down 9.1%, vehicle emissions down 6.9%.
- 65% Scope 1 and 2 reduction by 2021.
- Zero construction waste to landfill by 2026.
- Sub-133 g/km fleet average in 2011 down to 86 g/km in 2020.
- PAS 2080:2023 certification achieved (carbon management).
- CDP B grade for environmental performance maintained in 2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
22.5% gender pay gap
Mean gender pay gap reduction
The mean gender pay gap has been reduced from 28.8% in 2020 to 22.5% in 2024.
74% employee engagement
Employee engagement score
Employee engagement levels are at 74%, exceeding the sector average of 66%.
55% senior leaders
Inclusive Leadership programme participation
55% of senior leaders have completed the Inclusive Leadership programme.
- Appointed a dedicated Inclusion Lead and steering group (July 2023).
- Pilot mentoring scheme for girls: ~50 students across 5 schools.
- Awarded Leaders in Diversity (Highways business) and national FREDIE standards.