Senior Design Manager - Electrical - Substations

Location: King's Cross (initially), moving to site in Elstree, Hertfordshire

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager with an electrical engineering background?
Do you thrive on leading design for technically complex, high-value infrastructure projects?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're expanding our team to deliver a major substation project, supporting the Great Grid Upgrade programme. Based from King's Cross during early design development, you'll then transition to site in Elstree, Hertfordshire, leading design integration through delivery.

Why join us?

At Laing O'Rourke, we are re-shaping the future of engineering and construction. We combine technical excellence, modern methods of construction, and a relentless focus on safety and sustainability to deliver projects that matter – from transforming the UK's power infrastructure to building world-leading health and science facilities.

This role puts you at the heart of that journey, working closely with clients, design partners, and our operations teams to deliver safe, assured and innovative design solutions that power communities for generations to come.

What you'll be doing

• Leading the design management process across the project lifecycle – from pre-construction to handover.

• Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring alignment to client and regulatory requirements.

• Driving design assurance, compliance, and optimisation on a complex electrical substation project.

• Building strong relationships with stakeholders, influencing decisions and facilitating change.

• Supporting site delivery by managing technical queries, risk, and quality assurance.

What we're looking for

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (Chartered or working towards).

• 10+ years' experience in design management, with proven expertise in substation or major power/infrastructure projects.

• Strong track record of leading multidisciplinary design teams on complex projects.

• Knowledge of statutory compliance, risk management, and governance in design.

• A collaborative leader, able to inspire teams, manage change, and navigate complex client environments.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a flagship infrastructure project with real national impact.

• A culture built on Care, Courage, and Integrity.

• Competitive salary and benefits, plus pathways for further career progression.

• A chance to work with a diverse, inclusive team driving innovation in the industry.

🔗 Apply now and help us power the UK's future.

Laing O'Rourke is a Disability Confident Level 3 employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.