Design Manager

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Design Manager on a 5 month contract based in Glasgow.

Role Summary

The Design Manager will provide delivery of our UK 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 to applicable to us and the 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 senior management.
  
  
• 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.
  
  
• Maintain project compliance to our UK Integrated Management System.
  
  
• Support nurturing of world-class customer service culture, to drive client success.
  
  
• Be an ambassador for us at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to our Code of Conduct.
  
  
• Provide supportive general personnel management of line reports, with emphasis on supporting continued development, providing technical guidance, and establishing training needs.
  
  
• Actively support marketing and business development activities, building relationships with clients and generating new business
  
  
• Seeking and development of future business opportunities through nurturing of client relationships, active pursuit of new project leads, and elevation of our brand.
  
  
• 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 a much larger solution.
  
  
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3+ in H&S related subject) Required
  
  Our Company
  
  Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time