Senior Design Manager - Electrical - Data Centres

Senior Design Manager (Electrical) – Data Centres – Didcot, South Oxfordshire

Shape the future of mission-critical infrastructure with Laing O'Rourke.

Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager from an electrical background, ready to lead the design on a cutting-edge data centre project? We are recruiting for a key role based in Didcot, South Oxfordshire, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal part in the successful delivery of one of the most complex and high-profile projects in our portfolio.

Why this role?

• Be at the heart of a technically complex data centre project, responsible for overseeing the electrical design delivery.

• Lead multi-disciplinary design teams through early engagement, detailed design, and successful handover.

• Drive innovation and sustainability across the project lifecycle, utilising Laing O'Rourke's industry-leading digital and offsite manufacturing capabilities.

Who we're looking for:

We're keen to hear from Senior Design Managers with:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (or relevant discipline) and ideally Chartered status.

• Strong experience in large-scale, high-complexity projects such as data centres, pharmaceutical/life sciences facilities, healthcare estates, advanced manufacturing, or critical national infrastructure.

• A collaborative mindset, confident working with client teams, designers, and delivery partners.

• Deep understanding of design governance, risk management, and change control processes.

Transferable Sectors:

Experience in sectors where high integrity electrical systems are paramount is highly valued. Candidates from Data Centres, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Aviation, Defence, or High-Tech Industrial sectors will thrive in this environment.

Why join us?

At Laing O'Rourke, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of construction. We offer:

• Career-defining projects with a global business.

• A focus on innovation, sustainability, and digital engineering.

• Continuous professional development with clear pathways to leadership.

Inclusion matters:

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and actively encourage career returners, underrepresented groups, and those looking to transition from adjacent sectors. We champion flexible working and are happy to discuss arrangements that work for you.

Ready to design what's next?
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