Principal Design Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Glasgow, UK)

<p></p><h3>Description </h3> <p>Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns &amp; McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission &amp; Distribution. </p> <p>The Principal Design Manager will manage the delivery leadership of Burns &amp; McDonnell's UK engineering design projects within the power transmission &amp; distribution sector. </p> <ul> <li><p>Lead engineering design work across the UK business, working closely with the Engineering Director to assemble suitable project teams from across our global offices, as required. </p> </li> <li><p>Manage overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognized best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2 or similar), including FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout. </p> </li> <li><p>Fulfil the project role of Project Manager on assigned design-only projects or fulfilling the role of Design Manager on assigned Design &amp; Build/Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects. </p> </li> <li><p>Manage the performance of assigned projects, including but not limited to: </p> </li> <li>Manage Safety, health, environmental management, sustainability, and quality </li> <li>Manage Profit and loss </li> <li>Manage Risk management </li> <li>Manage Adequate and appropriate resourcing </li> <li>Manage program and completion of projects within specified dates </li> <li>Establishing and maintaining professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders </li> <li>Manage Internal legal and financial co-ordination </li> <li>Manage Contract management and administration </li> <li>Manage all associated statutory and contractual requirements </li> <li>Manage project compliance to applicable Burns &amp; McDonnell and client design management processes and procedures. Co-ordinate with engineering discipline department/section heads to resource appropriately competent engineering staff and maintain effective inter-disciplinary design co-ordination and collaboration. </li> <li>Manage project policies and procedures, project controls systems and implement the project execution plan. </li> <li>Report regularly on project progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support. </li> <li>Plan and lead project and client meetings, as required. </li> <li>Act as Principal Designer representative, as defined by UK Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, where required. </li> <li>Where appropriate and required, act as the Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE), as defined by National Grid’s TP137 procedure, or equivalent role as defined by other clients. </li> <li>Manage the preparation of project proposals, lead presentations, and lead project contract negotiations with support from senior management. </li> <li>Drive ‘Safety by Design’ approach on all projects, at all times. </li> <li>Manage the nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude. </li> <li>Understanding wider industry best practices and client technical standards/procedures for construction, operations &amp; maintenance, and decommissioning, in order to drive safety, constructability, and operability throughout whole asset lifecycles. </li> <li>Maintain project compliance to Burns &amp; McDonnell’s UK Integrated Management System. </li> <li>Support nurturing of world‑class customer service culture, to drive client success. </li> <li>Be an ambassador for Burns &amp; McDonnell at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to Burns &amp; McDonnell Code of Conduct. </li> <li>Provide strong but supportive general personnel management of line reports, with emphasis on supporting continued development, providing technical guidance, and establishing training needs. </li> <li>Actively support marketing and business development activities, building relationships with clients and generating new business. </li> <li>Seeking and development of future business opportunities through nurturing of client relationships, active pursuit of new project leads, and elevation of the Burns &amp; McDonnell brand. </li> <li>Identifying new skills and competencies required within the Burns &amp; McDonnell team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing. </li> <li>Technical leader in design management and contribute to relevant professional bodies and industry groups. Maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD). </li> <li>Support or lead portions of department meetings; organise and lead section meetings. </li> <li>Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organization. </li> <li>Assist in determining departmental objectives and requirements, organize projects and develop standards and guidelines. </li> <li>Support and assist in the development of the UK business plan. </li> <li>Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems. </li> <li>Advance and develop Department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution. </li> <li>Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff. </li> <li>Responsible for QA/QC process adherence. </li> <li>Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies. </li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned. </li> <li>Complies with all policies and standards. </li> </ul> <h3>Qualifications </h3> <ul> <li><p>Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the electricity transmission &amp; distribution sector, from an accredited institution and 10 years of engineering design services experience Required </p> </li> <li>Advanced knowledge of project management and engineering design management best practices, with strong ability to implement this knowledge. </li> <li>Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Health &amp; Safety legislation relating to design and construction work in the electricity supply industry. </li> <li>Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation. </li> <li>Thorough understanding of current Construction (Design &amp; Management) Regulations, and experience of discharging all required duties of the CDM Principal Designer representative. </li> <li>Strong contract management skills and understanding of NEC family of contracts. </li> <li>Experience of working in a design management role on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects in the UK. </li> <li>Good knowledge of National Grid’s procedures: TP106, TP131, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP163, TP182, TP184, TP188, TP189, TP191, TP211, TP215, TP241. </li> <li>Understanding of the causes and consequences of Impressed Voltage. Understanding of the general requirements of procedural control of Temporary Works, in accordance with British Standards. </li> <li>IT literate, with good knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project. </li> <li>Excellent written &amp; verbal communication skills </li> <li>Strong persuasion and negotiation skills with clients and employees. </li> <li>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills </li> <li>Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders across clients, industry, government and public. </li> <li>Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines </li> <li>Able to work autonomously and/or as part of a project team </li> <li>Pro‑active in building knowledge and understanding of the electricity transmission and distribution industry. </li> <li>Capability to coach and develop the team. </li> <li>Engaged in the engineering community and how we can drive success for our clients. </li> <li>Ability to develop innovative and practical solutions to a range of problems, and an understanding of how one issue may be part of a much larger solution. </li> <li>Relevant Health &amp; Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3 in H&amp;S related subject) Required </li> </ul> <p>This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. </p> <p></p> #J-18808-Ljbffr