Design & Technical Manager

The Design & Technical Manager plays a pivotal leadership role within McCann’s Local Authority Business team. The postholder is responsible for managing, mentoring, and motivating a small team of lighting design engineers and technicians while also overseeing the delivery of street lighting design work, ensuring technical excellence and compliance across all outputs. They will liaise with internal departments, clients, and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of both standalone design commissions and wider street lighting installation or maintenance projects. As a senior technical figure, they will contribute to innovation, quality management, and the long-term growth of McCann’s Professional Services offer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team & Project Management

• Line management responsibility for the lighting design team and team development.
• Programme and monitor team workload, ensuring delivery to quality, time, and budget expectations.
• Provide regular performance reporting and forecasting to senior management.
• Oversee external design and technical support services as required.
• Ensure all work complies with current lighting and electrical standards, codes of practice, and relevant legislation including CDM regulations.

• Produce lighting and electrical design estimates for internal and external clients for small to medium scale projects.
• Support the estimating department with tender input for larger-scale design, installation, and term maintenance contracts.
• Undertake and review street lighting designs using Lighting Reality.
• Electrical Design using AMTECH /Trimble.
• Prepare technical drawings using AutoCAD LT.
• Undertake lighting impact assessments, including night-time photometric testing when necessary.
• Carry out site surveys and assessments of existing highway infrastructure.
• Produce technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation.
• Maintain and champion compliance with McCann’s internal QMS procedures.

• Liaise with internal project managers and departments to provide technical input and resolve design-related matters.
• Interface with clients, consultants, and external stakeholders to build effective relationships and represent McCann’s design capabilities.

• Support the strategic development of the design function, contributing to business planning, resource allocation, and capability development.
• Keep abreast of industry best practices, technical innovations, and regulatory changes to ensure McCann remains at the forefront of the industry.
• Represent McCann at relevant industry events and forums.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 15 years or significant experience in a relevant engineering or infrastructure environment.
• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or a related subject.
• Knowledge of BS7671 IEE Wiring Regulations and experience in underground cable network design.
• In-depth understanding of CDM regulations and risk management in design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design-related IT systems.
• Skilled in the use of Lighting Reality and AutoCAD LT.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Desirable:

• ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma and/or HEA Approved Persons Accreditation.
• Management or Project Management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a team management role.
• Incorporated Engineer status or working towards membership of a recognised engineering institution.

Why Join us:

• We know hard work deserves recognition! That’s why at J McCann & Co Limited, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package to all our employees including:

• Discounted gym membership: to support your wellbeing.
• Flexible working hours: to balance your work and personal life.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support for your wellbeing through our EAP programme including; Cycle to work scheme, SmartTech, Doctor Line – 24hour GP service.
• 25 days annual leave: plus bank holidays for well-deserved breaks.
• Financial wellbeing: Take control of your finances with our financial wellness programs and tools.
• Investment in your career: Develop your skills and advance your career with our professional development opportunities including enrolment on apprenticeships.
• Invest in your community: Take advantage of paid volunteer days and become a STEM ambassador to give back and grow professionally.
• Death in service offering: up to three times your annual salary.
• Pension plan: Enjoy peace of mind for your future with our company pension scheme.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

J McCann is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. In line with our Social Value commitment, we will guarantee an interview to any member of groups experiencing disadvantage, including long term unemployment, ex-offenders and those not in education, employment or training that meets the essential competencies set out in the job description and person specification.