Design Manager

Glasgow
3 weeks ago
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The Design Manager will provide delivery of engineering design projects within the power transmission &distribution sector.- 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Adequate and appropriate resourcing - Program and completion of projects within specified dates - Support professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders

  • Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements

  • Maintain project compliance applicable to our company and client design management processes and procedures.

    -Co-ordinate with engineering discipline department/section heads to resource

    appropriately competent engineering staff and maintain effective interdisciplinary design co-ordination and collaboration. - Develop and implement project policies and procedures, project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

    – 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. - Plan and lead project and client meetings, as required.

  • Support the preparation of project proposals, lead presentations, and lead project contract negotiations with support from seniormanagement.

  • Drive ‘Safety by Design’ approach on all projects, at all times.

  • Support nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude.

  • 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.

  • Support nurturing of world-class customer service culture, to drive client success.

  • Provide supportive general personnel management of line reports, with emphasis on supporting continued development, providing technical guidance, and establishing training needs.

  • Identifying new skills and competencies required within the team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing.

  • Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organization.

  • Assist in determining departmental objectives and

    requirements, organize projects and develop standards and guidelines. - Support and assist in the development of the UK business plan.

  • Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

  • Complies with all policies and standards

    Requirements

    -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

    -Knowledge of project management and engineering design management best practices, with strong ability to implement this knowledge.

  • Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Health & Safety legislation relating to design and construction work in the electricity supply industry.

  • Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation.

    – Thorough understanding of current Construction (Design & Management) Regulations, and experience of discharging all required duties of the CDM Principal Designer representative.

  • Strong contract management skills and understanding of NEC family of contracts.

  • Experience of working in a design management role on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects in the UK.

  • Good knowledge of National Grid’s procedures: TP106, TP131, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP163, TP182, TP184, TP188, TP189, TP191, TP211, TP215, TP241.

  • 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.

  • IT literate, with good knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project.

  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills

  • Strong persuasion and negotiation skills with clients and employees.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders across clients, industry, government and public.

  • Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines - Able to work autonomously and/or as part of a project team - Pro-active in building knowledge and understanding of the electricity transmission and distribution industry.

  • Capability to coach and develop the team.

  • Engaged in the engineering community and how we can drive success for our clients.

  • Ability to develop innovative and practical solutions to a range of problems, and an understanding of how one issue may be part of amuch larger solution.

  • Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3+ in H&S related subject) Required

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    Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time

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