Technical Design Lead (LCDAE)
Our client, a leading consultancy in the energy and engineering sectors, is currently seeking a Technical Design Lead to join their team. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead large-scale design projects, overseeing all phases from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to project closeout.
- Provide overall project management including resourcing, risk management, and financial oversight.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with best practices and UK regulations, including safety standards.
- Lead contract negotiations and actively pursue new business opportunities.
- Manage subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and project stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
- Act as Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE), ensuring compliance with UK Construction regulations and National Grid procedures.
- Lead engineering design efforts across the UK business, collaborating with the Engineering Director to form global project teams.
- Drive strategic development of the department and contribute to business planning.
- Foster a world-class customer service culture to drive client success and maintain a high standard of ethics and integrity.
- Act as principal designer representative (PD Rep).
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with design management experience.
- Advanced understanding of UK CDM Regulations and different forms of contracts (NEC, FIDIC).
- Proven experience managing multiple high-value, complex projects.
- Experience working on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects is an advantage.
- Strong technical, contractual, and financial management skills.
- Leadership in fostering client success and world-class customer service.
- Ability to provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.
- Proven track record in business growth and identifying new opportunities.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work on landmark projects
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Fostering a culture of curiosity and diverse perspectives
- Globally connected team
If you are an experienced Technical Design Lead looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply now and be a part of our client's innovative and dynamic team.
