Description
Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & 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, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 55 offices worldwide and recognised as a leader transmission & distribution services.
The Senior Design Manager will provide delivery leadership of Burns & McDonnell's UK engineering design projects within the power transmission & distribution sector.
- 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.
- Provide 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.
- Fulfil the project role of Project Manager on assigned design-only projects or fulfilling the role of Design Manager on assigned Design & Build/Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects.
- Responsible for performance of assigned projects, including but not limited to:
- Safety, health, environmental management, sustainability, and quality
- Profit and loss
- Risk management
- Adequate and appropriate resourcing
- Program and completion of projects within specified dates
- Establishing and maintaining professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders
- Internal legal and financial co‑ordination
- Contract management and administration
- Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements
- Maintain project compliance to applicable Burns & 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.
- Develop and implement project policies and procedures, project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.
- 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.
- Plan and lead project and client meetings, as required.
- Act as Principal Designer representative, as defined by UK Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, where required.
- 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.
- Support the preparation of project proposals, lead presentations, and lead project contract negotiations with support from senior management.
- Drive ‘Safety by Design’ approach on all projects, at all times. Support nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude.
- Understanding wider industry best practices and client technical standards/procedures for construction, operations & maintenance, and decommissioning, in order to drive safety, constructability, and operability throughout whole asset lifecycles.
- Maintain project compliance to Burns & McDonnell’s UK Integrated Management System.
- Support nurturing of world‑class customer service culture, to drive client success.
- Be an ambassador for Burns & McDonnell at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to Burns & McDonnell Code of Conduct.
- Provide strong but supportive general personnel management of line reports, with emphasis on supporting continued development, providing technical guidance, and establishing training needs.
- Actively support marketing and business development activities, building relationships with clients and generating new business
- Seeking and development of future business opportunities through nurturing of client relationships, active pursuit of new project leads, and elevation of the Burns & McDonnell brand.
- Identifying new skills and competencies required within the Burns & McDonnell team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing.
- Technical leader in design management and contribute to relevant professional bodies and industry groups.
- Maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD).
- Support or lead portions of department meetings; organise and lead section meetings.
- Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organization.
- Assist in determining departmental objectives and requirements, organise projects and develop standards and guidelines.
- Support and assist in the development of the UK business plan.
- Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
- Advance and develop Department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the electricity transmission & distribution sector, from an accredited institution and 7 years of engineering design services experience Required
- Advanced knowledge of project management and engineering design management best practices, with strong ability to implement this knowledge.
- Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Health & Safety legislation relating to design and construction work in the electricity supply industry.
- Understanding of the requirements of relevant UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation.
- Thorough understanding of current Construction (Design & Management) Regulations, and experience of discharging all required duties of the CDM Principal Designer representative.
- Strong contract management skills and understanding of NEC family of contracts.
- Experience of working in a design management role on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects in the UK.
- Good knowledge of National Grid’s procedures: TP106, TP131, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP163, TP182, TP184, TP188, TP189, TP191, TP211, TP215, TP241.
- 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.
- IT literate, with good knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Strong persuasion and negotiation skills with clients and employees.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders across clients, industry, government and public.
- Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines
- Able to work autonomously and/or as part of a project team
- Pro‑active in building knowledge and understanding of the electricity transmission and distribution industry.
- Capability to coach and develop the team.
- Engaged in the engineering community and how we can drive success for our clients.
- 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.
- Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3 in H&S related subject) Required
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Job Project Management
Primary Location GB-Birmingham UK-Birmingham
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Req ID: 251756
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JA #UKO
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