Design Manager - Substation Project - Opportunity to join the HV Power sector!

Are you a Design Manager looking to break into the power sector or broaden your experience on a nationally critical infrastructure project?

This is a unique opportunity to join Laing O'Rourke on a major National Grid asset replacement programme, supporting an upgrade to a substation that supplies around a third of London's electricity.

Why this role stands out

• Opportunity to transition into the HV power sector (backgrounds considered from civils, electrical, architectural or general construction)
• Long-term project offering strong continuity and career stability
• High-profile infrastructure upgrade from oil-based systems to GIS technology
• Small, supportive team with strong experience across disciplines
• Exposure to working closely with National Grid
• Acting as the sole Design Manager, giving breadth, autonomy and accelerated development

What you'll be doing

You will play a key role in ensuring that design is coordinated, compliant and deliverable across all stages of the project. This is likely to include:

• Managing design from concept through to delivery and handover
• Coordinating consultants and stakeholders to ensure design meets programme, safety and buildability requirements
• Driving collaborative design reviews and resolving technical queries
• Monitoring progress and reporting against agreed design programmes
• Managing design change, risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle

This aligns with the core Design Manager accountability of ensuring design is delivered in line with contractual, technical and operational requirements.

What we're looking for

We are deliberately open on background and keen to attract people with transferable experience:

• Experience in design management across any construction sector
• Background in civil, electrical, architectural or general design management
• Ability to manage design information, programmes and stakeholder engagement
• Professional qualification or relevant degree (desirable, not essential)
• Likely to be comfortable working in a site-based environment

The team and environment

• A close-knit, collaborative team recognised for being supportive and approachable
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders on a technically complex upgrade
• Based near Wimbledon Park / Earlsfield tube / overground stations, with good access links

Why join Laing O'Rourke

• Work on industry-leading infrastructure projects that shape the UK's future
• Be part of a business that invests in design excellence, innovation and sustainability
• Opportunity to build long-term career pathways across sectors

Our commitment to inclusion

At Laing O'Rourke, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

If you are curious about moving into the power sector, or are looking for a role where you can take ownership and grow quickly, this could be a strong next step.