Are you an experienced engineering manager looking for your next challenge? My client is expanding rapidly and is on the lookout for talented Overhead Lines (OHL) Engineering Managers to join their growing team. In this pivotal role, you will strengthen technical credibility with both new and existing clients while ensuring all projects are fully compliant. You will lead engineering delivery across multiple projects, ensuring that all outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. The role offers flexible working arrangements, with a combination of office and remote work, and travel as required. The preferred locations are Glasgow and Horsham, although other UK offices are available.
My client is a key player in the UK transmission and distribution sector, at the forefront of engineering and construction services, and is actively contributing to the UK’s path to a net zero future by 2050. With a robust project pipeline for years to come, this is a unique opportunity to support a growing portfolio and help increase network capacity to achieve the UK Government’s 2030 goals and broader net zero objectives. As a part of this dynamic team, you will contribute to high-voltage overhead line (HV OHL) design, construction support, procurement, and consultancy across a wide range of projects, and also help develop global delivery centres to support future growth.
You will report directly to a Senior Engineering Manager, collaborating closely with another engineering manager to maintain project schedules and effectively communicate any changes affecting delivery, cost, or quality.
This role will allow you to draw on your expertise as an experienced engineering manager, leading a team and taking charge of project delivery from day one. You will oversee daily operations to ensure deadlines are met, while also making sure designs meet stakeholder needs through rigorous constructability reviews, a focus on safety-by-design, and value engineering assessments. As part of a global organisation, you will have access to a wide range of career development opportunities, whether advancing to a Senior Engineering Manager position or pursuing a more technical path as a Head of Design.
If you’re ready to make an impact in a forward-thinking organisation and help shape the future of energy in the UK, this could be the perfect role for you!
Join a culture that encourages innovation and pushes the boundaries to find the best solutions for clients.
What’s On Offer:
– Exciting and meaningful projects with industry leaders across emerging energy sectors.
– Flexible working arrangements to balance client, team, and individual needs, including hybrid and remote working options.
– A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation.
– Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure market alignment.
– A flexible benefits package including 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, and life insurance equivalent to four times base salary. Customise benefits to fit your lifestyle.
– Professional development opportunities with tailored development plans to suit your needs and interests.
– Global connections with experts around the world who are setting the standards in the industry.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, take a look at the typical responsibilities and requirements below and apply to begin your journey with my client.
Responsibilities:
– Manage engineering processes and deliverables across the full scope of OHL projects according to the agreed schedule.
– Oversee engineering management, including delivery updates, change control, and risk management.
– Review, check, and approve deliverables within your areas of technical competence, occasionally undertaking design activities to meet deadlines.
– Ensure all deliverables meet constructability and safety-by-design requirements.
– Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to foster their development.
Qualifications:
My client welcomes applications from a wide range of skills, knowledge, and experiences and is committed to equal opportunities for all.
Essential:
– Chartered Engineer or equivalent preferred.
– Significant experience in delivering overhead transmission line design.
– Strong teamwork, organisational, and communication skills.
– In-depth understanding of key health and safety considerations in OHL construction contracts.
– Proficiency in both spoken and written English.
– Ability to work effectively as part of a dispersed and remote team, with proficiency in collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.
Desirable:
– Experience working with British and European design standards and codes.
– Experience providing engineering support for OHL construction activities, including planning and execution.
– Familiarity with engineering management, including schedule and cost control.
– Experience supporting tendering activities.
– Ability to present technical outputs and engage with clients.
– Right to work in the UK.
If you meet most but not all the criteria, and believe you would be a strong fit, we encourage you to apply. My client is committed to supporting your development in areas needed for mutual success. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking organisation known for its industry excellence, we want to hear from you.
Join a global leader in consulting and engineering, dedicated to unlocking solutions for critical challenges in energy and materials markets. Apply today to start your journey.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
