Principal Design Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Glasgow, UK)

Chart 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 engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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.
• Manage overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognised best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2 or similar), including FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout.
• 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.
• Manage the performance of assigned projects, including but not limited to: Safety, health, environmental management, sustainability, quality, profit and loss, risk management, adequate and appropriate resourcing, program and completion of projects within specified dates.
• Establish and maintain professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders.
• Manage internal legal and financial co-ordination, contract management and administration, and all associated statutory and contractual requirements.
• Manage project compliance to applicable Burns & McDonnell and client design management processes and procedures.
• Co-ordinate with engineering discipline department/section heads to resource appropriately competent engineering staff and maintain effective inter-disciplinary design co-ordination and collaboration.
• Manage 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.
• Act as Principal Designer representative, as defined by UK Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, where required.
• Where appropriate and required, act as the Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE), as defined by National Grid’s TP137 procedure, or equivalent role as defined by other clients.
• Manage 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.
• Manage the 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 Burns & McDonnell’s UK Integrated Management System.
• Support nurturing of world-class customer service culture, to drive client success.
• Be an ambassador for Burns & McDonnell at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to Burns & McDonnell Code of Conduct.
• Provide strong but 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 the Burns & McDonnell brand.
• Identifying new skills and competencies required within the Burns & McDonnell team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing.
• Technical leader in design management and contribute to relevant professional bodies and industry groups.
• Maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Support or lead portions of department meetings; organise and lead section meetings.
• Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organization.
• Assist in determining departmental objectives and requirements, organise 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.
• Advance and develop Department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence and compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the electricity transmission & distribution sector, from an accredited institution and 10 years of engineering design services experience Required.
• Advanced 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.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.