senior design manager

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Laing O'Rourke Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

  • 6842

  • Birmingham

  • Chesterfield, England

  • Stafford, England

  • Permanent

SENIOR ELECTRICAL DESIGN MANAGER – EXTRA HIGH VOLTAGE / EHV / SUBSTATIONS

Based from Birmingham | Regular travel to Stafford & Chesterfield

At Laing O'Rourke, we're rethinking the way energy infrastructure is delivered — combining engineering excellence, modern methods of construction and digital design to help power the UK's energy transition.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager (Electrical) to lead the design management of the HV packages for Chesterfield Substation, one of several major schemes being delivered as part of our Electricity Design & Engineering Unit (EDEU) portfolio.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Lead and coordinate the design of high-voltage substation packages, managing interfaces between GE-V (delivery partner) and WSP (lead design consultant).
  • Drive collaboration and quality across multi-disciplinary design teams – primarily based in Stafford and Birmingham – ensuring alignment with programme, client and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee design assurance, risk management and constructability reviews, ensuring that the design is safe, compliant and ready for smooth transition into construction.
  • Provide technical leadership through the detailed design phase, supporting delivery as the project moves to site in mid-2026.
  • Represent Laing O'Rourke at design coordination meetings, technical reviews and client discussions.
WHO YOU ARE:
  • An experienced Design Manager or Senior Engineer with a strong grounding in electrical design and substation delivery (132kV–400kV).
  • Comfortable leading complex multi-stakeholder design processes – ideally with exposure to National Grid, transmission or distribution infrastructure.
  • Confident engaging with design consultants, OEMs and clients, with excellent coordination and communication skills.
  • Based within easy reach of Birmingham, with flexibility to visit Stafford and Chesterfield (both around 1 hour away).
WHY LAING O'ROURKE:

Join a business that's delivering the infrastructure critical to the UK's energy future. You'll work alongside passionate engineers and project leaders shaping the next generation of sustainable power solutions.

We offer a culture built on care, courage and integrity, with opportunities for personal growth, flexible working, and access to world-class development through our Technical Leadership Framework.

INCLUSION MATTERS:

We are a Disability Confident Level 3 employer and proud to be building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Apply now to be part of the team powering the UK's energy future.

LI-KW1
PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE
LIFE ASSURANCE
PERSONAL ACCIDENT AND INJURY INSURANCE
INCOME PROTECTION

  • Senior Estimator

    6 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Construction Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Estimator – BirminghamSix-Figure Package | Flexible Home Working | Leading Main ContractorJoin one of the Midlands' most successful main contractors – a business with a full order book, a reputation built on repeat clients, and a proven track record in design & build excellence.We're looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to play a key role...

  • Senior Design Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Laing O'Rourke Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

    Senior Electrical Design Manager – Extra High Voltage / EHV / Substations Based from Birmingham | Regular travel to Stafford & ChesterfieldAtLaing O'Rourke, we're rethinking the way energy infrastructure is delivered — combining engineering excellence, modern methods of construction and digital design to help power the UK's energy transition.We're...

  • Senior Interior Lead Clay Modeller

    2 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Technicon Design Full time £60,000 - £90,000 per year

    Job Description: Senior Lead Interior Clay ModellerPosition OverviewTechnicon Design UK are seeking a highly skilledSenior Lead Interior Clay Modellerto join our clients interior design studio team. This role is pivotal in transforming design concepts into physical models that accurately reflect the creative vision and technical requirements. You will lead a...

  • Senior Design Manager

    4 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Caddick Construction Limited Full time

    SummaryCaddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join our team for a large Multi-Room job coming up in Wolverhampton, therefore we are looking for someone with experience in the Residential/Multi-Room market.At Caddick...

  • Senior Design Manager

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Royal BAM Group Full time

    Building a sustainable tomorrowWe are now recruiting for two Senior Design Managers to to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project at the initial design phase which will run concurrently with the completion of main works contracts, which are now at their peak. The team will be ready to mobilise as soon as the civil works are complete and will operate under...

  • Design Manager

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom WR Engineering Full time

    Design Manager - Automation manufacturing systems / roboticsThis role would suit an experienced Design Manager or a Senior Design Engineer looking for the next step in their career. Projects can vary in size from £50k up to £2m and often within automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace industries.A background in automated machinery systems and...

  • Design Manager

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Full time

    Your new companyThis company is a respected name in the construction industry, known for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative team culture, they are now seeking a talented Design Manager or Senior Design Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile...

  • Senior Design Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Costain Group Full time £40,000 - £75,000 per year

    DescriptionCostain is working closely with Severn Trent Water on their Capital Delivery Framework, as part of it's capital programme for AMP8. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to...

  • Senior Designer

    6 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom MarkIT Placements Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

    Job Description My client, based in Moorgate, is looking for a Senior Media Manager.For full details, please apply. We also pay referral fees up to £500.Duties·Ability to produce, design and communicate fresh ideas and visual concepts of an exceptional standard for every brief·Apply expert art direction and craft to the visual elements of creative...

  • Senior Revit Designer

    6 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Burns & McDonnell Full time £45,000 - £80,000 per year

    DescriptionChart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We're looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It's those kinds of people who've helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in...