Senior Design Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Birmingham, UK)

**Description** 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, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 55 offices worldwide and recognised as a leader transmission & distribution services. The Senior Design Manager will provide delivery leadership of Burns & McDonnell's UK engineering design projects within the power transmission & distribution sector. + 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. + Provide overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognized 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. + Responsible for performance of assigned projects, including but not limited to: + Safety, health, environmental management, sustainability, and quality + Profit and loss + Risk management + Adequate and appropriate resourcing + Program and completion of projects within specified dates + Establishing and maintaining professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders + Internal legal and financial co-ordination + Contract management and administration + Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements + Maintain 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. + Develop and implement 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. + Support 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.Support 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, organize 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. + Performs other duties as assigned + Complies with all policies and standards **Qualifications** + Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the electricity transmission & distribution sector, from an accredited institution and 7 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. **Job** Project Management **Primary Location** GB-Birmingham, UK-Birmingham **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 20 % of the Time **Req ID:** 251756 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JA #UKO