Head of Engineering

PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nLeadership & Team Building\\n\\nBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.\\n\\nFoster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.\\n\\nTechnical Oversight & Design\\n\\nLead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).\\n\\nEnsure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.\\n\\nStrategic & Operational Development\\n\\nEstablish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.\\n\\nDrive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.\\n\\nGovernance & Safety\\n\\nOversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.\\n\\nSupport investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.\\n\\nContinuous Improvement & Innovation\\n\\nLead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.\\n\\nChampion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.\\n\\nSkills & Experience\\n\\nEssential:\\n\\nExpertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.\\n\\nIn-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.\\n\\nStrong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.\\n\\nClear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.\\n\\nQualifications\\n\\nEssential:\\n\\nDegree in Electrical Engineering.\\n\\nChartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).\\n\\nNEBOSH Construction Certificate.\\n\\nBS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing).\\n\\nFull UK Driving Licence.\\n\\nCompetencies & Behaviours\\n\\nDecisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.\\n\\nExcellent communication skills at all organisational levels.\\n\\nStrong client-facing ability-able to balance commercial and technical needs.\\n\\nCommitted to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.\\n\\nFluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.\\n\\nExperience Required\\n\\nMinimum 15 years' experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.\\n\\nStrong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.\\n\\nIdeally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities