Design Manager

Job Description

1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading M&E contractor who have an opportunity for a Electrical Design Manager on a permanent basis based in London.

Our client delivers complex engineering solutions across data centres, building services, energy and industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• To act as the company’s senior electrical engineer supporting projects from estimation through to construction and commissioning.
• Development and compliance with electrical engineering standards
• Review existing quality and commissioning systems / procedures and update in line with project and industry requirements
• Support the estimation and supply chain teams during the tendering process to identify opportunities for value engineering, innovation and modern methods of construction.
• Support the preconstruction teams in assuring that the design phase is executed to a high quality and in a timely manner.
• Oversight of external design partners to assure the quality of the engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle
• On-site support throughout the project lifecycle, e.g. technical submissions, drawing reviews, BIM model development, client reviews.
• Oversee quality assurance processes on project testing and commissioning.
• Support the development of graduate and junior engineers
• Support the aftercare team in fault-finding and rectifying warranty defects.
• Manage the implementation of the DG Gold Standard quality assurance process on projects including auditing of installations and subcontractor performance, including:
• Assist with development of project specific quality plans.
• Work in conjunction with the company’s senior authorised person for electrical installations including both LV/HV systems.
• Ensure compliance with our electrical systems management procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with BS7671 latest edition.
• Review design and installation for compliance and safety
• Ensure continuity and compliance with NICEIC requirements to maintain our accreditation

Knowledge /Qualifications:

• HNC or Degree in electrical engineering or building services, with electrical bias.
• Experience as an electrician/ supervisor/ manager.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems from a design and construction perspective
• Good knowledge of the current electrical, fire alarm and emergency lighting standards.
• Knowledge of electrical subcontract works -lighting control, fire alarms and PA systems.
• Ability to read drawings and understand technical papers and documents.
• Able to create technical documents, comment on technical drawings and assist in engineering solutions and design.
• Knowledge of ESSOW compliance processes.
• 18th Edition IEE wiring regulations certified

On Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Car/Travel allowance
• 25 days annual lave plus bank holidays
• Private health care
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme