At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design teams and manage projects in the energy sector from start to finish.
- Company: Dynamic company in Cardiff focused on innovative energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working options, and a chance to shape the future of energy.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing design packages and knowledge of NEC contracts required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 36400 Β£ per year.
Location: Cardiff / South Wales (On-site / Hybrid)
Duration: Contract (Aug 2026 - Q4 2027)
Rate: Competitive (Strictly Inside IR35 - PAYE / Umbrella PAYE Only)
The Role
- Coordination: Leading multidisciplinary design teams and external design consultancies.
- Delivery: Driving engineering outputs to align with project programmes, cost plans, and technical specs.
- Compliance: Reviewing design submissions for quality, CDM 2015 compliance, RIBA stages, and tracking/closing out Design NCRs.
- Change Control: Managing design reviews and change processes under NEC3/NEC4 frameworks.
- Stakeholder Interface: Acting as the central link between clients, statutory bodies, and internal site/commercial teams.
Essential Requirements
- Energy Sector Foundation: Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages within the UK Energy/Power sectors. Substation experience is highly desirable.
- Contractual Literacy: Solid working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract forms and ECI schemes.
- Consultancy Management: Practical experience overseeing subcontracted design consultancies to ensure quality and programme alignment.
- Location Ready: Ability to work out of Cardiff / South Wales to support regional projects.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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