Our client, a leading player in the power utilities, power distribution, and energy sector, is currently seeking a Senior Design Team Lead to join their growing team. This permanent role focuses on overseeing the entire design life cycle of complex utility projects, ensuring top-notch delivery within budget and schedule constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing the entire design life cycle from project handover to final approval
Creating and managing critical path analysis and risk assessments
Mitigating risks and resolving issues to keep projects on track
Financially managing projects, including issuing purchase orders and invoicing clients
Ensuring positive cash flow management throughout project execution
Managing the design process in line with established design systems
Overseeing subcontractor designs, drawing registers, and approvals
Developing, maintaining, and updating Programmes of Work to align with client schedules
Allocating internal resources, labour, and plant while managing subcontractor services
Ensuring health and safety compliance across all project phases
Leading the project design team to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery
Managing project quality and ensuring designs meet required standards
Compiling as-built drawings and O&M manuals in line with client and industry policies
Organising project meetings with clients, councils, and stakeholders to ensure smooth progress
Standardising project management processes and ensuring compliance with internal policies

Job Requirements:

Proven experience in project management within the utilities, power, or infrastructure sectors
Design capabilities ranging from 33kv to 400kv
Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent
Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, cash flow, and invoicing
Expertise in design management, including overseeing subcontractor designs and approvals
Ability to lead and mentor teams, ensuring project efficiency and technical excellence
Strong organisational and risk management skills
Proficiency in project scheduling and Programme of Works development
Excellent communication skills, capable of managing client and stakeholder relationships
A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to handle complex project challenges

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Monday to Friday 40hrs per week
Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes
28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays)
Pension contribution 5% Matched
2 paid volunteering days a year
Private healthcare
Hybrid working pattern
Continuous training and development opportunities in both technical and business skills
Regular internal networking opportunities
If you are an experienced Design Team Leader with a strong background in design and project management within the power utilities sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and growing team

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