75 design manager jobs found

I'm currently working on behalf of a major engineering contractor that's looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager on a contract basis to support a growing portfolio of HV infrastructure projects based out of the Yorkshire office. The business delivers multi-disciplinary engineering solutions across the UK's electricity network, specialising in the design, construction and maintenance of substations, overhead lines, underground cable systems and wider power infrastructure. They play a key role in upgrading the UK's transmission and distribution network, supporting the transition to a more resilient, low-carbon energy system. This role will see you leading and coordinating the design delivery of 132kV substation projects, managing internal and external design teams, ensuring designs are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements. You'll work closely with project delivery and construction teams to ensure designs are practical, compliant and...

Design Manager (Highways) 6 month+ contract £500 to £575 per day IR35 TBC (likely outside) Hybrid; 1 day London, 1 day Norwich, remainder WFH Start: ASAP My client, a leading UK highways and infrastructure contractor, is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of a highways project in Norwich. This role is ideal for someone with strong highways and construction delivery experience who can lead multidisciplinary design activity and drive a Right First Time culture. Role Purpose The Design Manager will oversee all design activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring outputs are safe, buildable, compliant and acceptable for adoption by asset owners. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will lead the detailed design process and work closely with construction, technical and stakeholder teams. Key Responsibilities Detailed design leadership - Drive design delivery to required quality and deadlines. Compliance oversight - Ensure design aligns...

NEC Project Manager Vacancy About the Role: Our client in the North East is urgently seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major highways and public realm projects. This is a critical appointment to support the successful delivery of high-value schemes already in construction while preparing for a new pipeline of works due to launch in the spring. This position requires someone who is highly experienced in NEC contract management, confident leading on-site operations, and able to drive projects forward at pace. You will be the go-to project lead, responsible for contractual, commercial, technical, and coordination aspects from inception to completion. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the full lifecycle delivery of various highways schemes under NEC contracts. ·Manage all NEC contract administration including early warnings, compensation events, programme updates, and contractual communications. ·Provide strong on-site project leadership,...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

Job Description: Senior Lift and Electrical Engineer 🏠 Role Overview * Job Title: Senior Lift and Electrical Engineer * Band: 5C * Location / Business Area: Strategy & Planning * Reports To: Engineering & Compliance Manager * Purpose: Working together to deliver homes and communities where residents feel happy and secure. * Core Values: High Performing, One Team, Make it Happen, and Excellent Customer Service. 📋 Key Responsibilities Contract & Project Management Manage delivery: Oversee M&E works programmes and projects from conception to completion. Contract monitoring: Manage service providers to ensure M&E repairs, maintenance, and servicing contracts comply with statutory regulations. Performance auditing: Review contractor performance and ensure certification and test reporting are accurately recorded. Quality assurance: Conduct pre and post-inspections of works to ensure they meet specifications. Procurement: Design...

I'm supporting a leading international chemical manufacturer with a significant site expansion programme in the North West. The project forms part of a major capital investment and includes the expansion of process plant facilities along with the construction of new storage and associated infrastructure buildings. The programme is currently progressing through the detailed engineering phase, with construction activities scheduled to follow. The client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to act as the owner's representative within an EPCM delivery model, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule and within budget. Key Responsibilities Act as the client-side Project Manager throughout the delivery of a major chemical plant expansion project. Manage EPCM contractors and engineering partners on behalf of the site owner. Oversee detailed engineering design activities and ensure alignment with project objectives. Drive project execution from detailed design through...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Site Manager on an 7 Month Contact based in Inverness. Role summary: We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on a substation project in Inverness. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a 7-month contract role suited to a hands-on manager with substation, civils and/or electrical infrastructure experience. Responsibilities: * Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, coordinating all trades, subcontractors and supervisors. * Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with the Safety Rules, site-specific procedures, and relevant industry standards. * Own and manage site Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) performance, including RAMS approval, permits and site inductions. * Chair daily...

Project Manager Position Type: Contract Location: North East PM Group requires a Project Manager to support a pharmaceuticals client based in the North East. Responsibilities: * Project engineering of the Works. * Delivery and management of small – medium sized projects in accordance with the company project roadmap throughout the project lifecycle ensuring governance to current engineering standards and compliance with CDM regulations. * Strict GMP compliance to be adhered throughout the lifecycle of the project. * Coordination with the Principal Contractor and all other project team members to ensure completion to schedule. * Project management services to oversee the completion snags and any construction defects identified. * Project management services to oversee the completion of any installation, commissioning and qualification by liaising with the vendor, company Validation and any other company teams. * Weekly project progress reporting to the...

We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering major electricity transmission and substation projects. Candidates are required to hold an active BPSS clearance to be considered for this role! This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced primary plant engineer to take a senior technical leadership role across complex transmission-scale projects, while also contributing to team development, client relationships, tendering and business growth. The Role As Principal Primary Design Engineer, you will lead the delivery of FEED and detailed design workstreams for major electricity transmission substation projects. You will provide technical leadership across the HV primary plant discipline, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure technically robust and compliant solutions are delivered. Your responsibilities...

We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Substation Secondary (Protection & Control) Design Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering major electricity transmission and substation projects. Candidates are required to hold an active BPSS clearance to be considered for this role! This is an excellent opportunity for a senior P&C engineer to take a leading technical role across complex, transmission-scale projects, while also contributing to team development, client relationships, tendering and business development. The Role As Principal P&C Design Engineer, you will lead the delivery of FEED and detailed design workstreams for major substation projects, ensuring engineering solutions are technically robust, compliant and delivered to the required standards. You will provide technical leadership to the P&C team while working closely with multidisciplinary engineering, project management, commercial and delivery teams. Key...

ALink Recruitment are working with an engineering consultancy that seek a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager with aviation experience to support early stage development of projects at Luton Airport. This is an initial three-month contract, with the possibility of extension. The role will focus on shaping projects before delivery, including feasibility studies, option development, project documentation and stakeholder coordination. Key Responsibilities * Support projects through feasibility, concept and early design stages. * Produce high-quality feasibility studies, option appraisals, business cases, project briefs and governance papers. * Define project scope, objectives, requirements, budgets, programmes, risks and delivery strategies. * Coordinate input from airport operations, engineering, commercial teams, consultants, designers and other stakeholders. * Arrange and facilitate workshops, meetings, surveys and site...

Job Title: Manufacturing Methods - Production - Process Engineer Location: Derby Hours: Monday to Friday days 37hrs per week on site Duration: 12 month plus contract Rate: up to £50k equiv. Benefits: 33 days paid holiday (inc 8 B/ Hols), pension options, 2 week notice period, free parking, great on site facilities Purpose of the job Defines the manufacturing process and associated equipment for a new product, taking into account the industrial policy, existing standards and constraints of the project. responsibilities During specification and preliminary design phases: Gather Industrial requirements Engineering has to comply with, during product specification and design. Explain them to Engineering. Participate actively to the product design in co-engineering mode, using appropriate methodologies. Design the macro-process, based on standard SMP. Prepare introduction of new technologies if need be, with associated process validation plan. Identify needs of specific...

Position: Fire and Security Installation Manager Location: Bristol - Office Based Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) We currently have an opportunity available to join a well-established and growing fire & security contractor based in Bristol who specialise in supporting commercial clients such as schools, offices, community centres and hospitals with the design, installation and maintenance of fire & security systems including fire alarms, CCTV systems, intruder alarms, and PAVA systems. Fire and Security Installation Manager Job Overview Overseeing a range of large full-site fire & security installation projects across the Bristol, South Wales, and Wiltshire areas, ranging in value anywhere from £1,000 to £800,000 Keeping tabs on a large volume of smaller remedial and small works projects Taking over the projects from the sales team and managing throughout the procurement, installation, and handover processes of the project Being responsible for a team of roughly 20...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for an Estimator on a 6 month contract, based in Manchester. Role Summary The Estimator’s role is to support the Pre Construction Manager in preparing estimates for civil engineering and building works for Electricity Transmission Substations and High Voltage Direct Current Interconnector Convertor stations in accordance with Siemens Energy bidding/estimating systems and procedures. Working predominantly with the Pre Construction Manager, but liaising with other members of tendering & engineering teams as deemed appropriate according to the specific tender, to develop customer and company requirements to secure value solutions in support of the wider tender to meet the company's objectives. Responsibilities · Produce take-offs and bills of quantities adhering to CESSM4 for civil enabling works, civil, structural and architectural packages · Produce elemental cost plans for business development and budget submissions · Strong...

Role: Project Manager – HV Substation Upgrade Location: Scotland Work Mode: On Site Start Date: Beginning of October 2026 Contract Length: 6 months, with strong potential to extend Extra Info: Rate (do not disclose): I’m currently looking for experienced Project Managers for an upcoming high-voltage substation upgrade project in Scotland. This is a key delivery role with overall responsibility for ensuring the project package is completed safely, on time, within budget and in line with client and contractual requirements. The successful candidate will coordinate closely with the client, engineering teams, designers, vendors and subcontractors throughout the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include: * Managing programme, budget, resources and project milestones * Coordinating design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities * Managing project risks, changes and technical queries * Supporting outage planning, energisation and key...

Freelance Site Engineer - Marine Civil Engineering Location: Newhaven, East Sussex Contract: Freelance - 6 Month Rolling Contract Rate: £350 per day (CIS) Shift times: 9:30 - 18:30   We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of marine civil engineering works on a long-term project in Newhaven. This is a freelance opportunity offering an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for ongoing work. The role would suit a Site Engineer with a strong background in civil engineering, particularly within marine, coastal, waterfront, or heavy infrastructure projects, who is confident working on site and supporting the delivery of works safely, accurately, and in accordance with project requirements.   Key Responsibilities ·Provide engineering support across the day-to-day delivery of marine and civil engineering works. ·Set out and survey works in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project requirements....

An excellent, long term contract opportunity for a Security Cleared Resident Electrical Engineer, ideally with electrical power experience, to join a leading client based onsite, full time in Plymouth Devon. Hourly rate: £65.00, negotialbe. The purpose of the post is: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day-to-day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and...

ALink Recruitment are working with a medium sized engineering and project management consultancy based in Canary Wharf, looking for a handful of Project Engineers with a strong rail background. Day-to-day you will be involved in the design, engineering and project management of infrastructure projects based in the UK. You will be required to assist in planning, coordinating and executing engineering projects within your area of expertise, as well as representing at client facing meetings with confidence and credibility. You will be working closely and directly with external/client staff, key stakeholders and the internal team. · Experience in multidisciplinary environment · Prepare, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects · Prepare technical specifications and documents for bidding and construction · Monitor compliance to applicable codes, standards and specifications · Communicate with the project manager and wider team to provide assistance and technical...

Job Specification - Principal Substation Secondary (P&C) Design Engineer Job Title: Principal Substation Secondary (P&C) Design Engineer Location: Glasgow, Leeds, Birmingham or Epsom Contract: 12 months Sector: Power & Energy / Transmission About the Role We are seeking a Principal Substation Secondary / Protection & Control Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across major transmission-scale projects. This role combines P&C technical leadership, team management, client engagement, bid ownership and business development. You will lead P&C FEED and detailed design workstreams, provide technical assurance and develop the capability of the wider engineering team. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead P&C FEED and detailed design for major transmission projects. Provide technical assurance across P&C design packages. Review protection schemes and protection philosophies. Review protection settings, coordination and relay...

Our client, a leading player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Test Equipment Design Support Engineer to join their team in Bolton on a contract basis. This role is a unique opportunity for skilled Electronic Design Engineers to contribute significantly to production activities within state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities: Act as the interface between design teams and manufacturing teams Work alongside other support engineers to provide knowledge and support Focus on advanced module missile programmes and subsystems Support launcher assemblies as required Help shape the design of products and test equipment Deliver support to customers, ensuring their needs are met Provide scope for personal growth and development in electronics Job Requirements: Experience in BAE-Electronics Design Engineering and BAE-Test Engineering Proficiency in Electronics Design, Electronics Test, and Electronics Engineering Degree qualified or...