Design Manager - Electrical - Data Centres
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Overview
Role: Design Manager with an electrical background and experience delivering data centre projects on site. Based from the project team office in Bicester, you will play a pivotal role in the design and delivery of one of the most complex and high-profile projects in our portfolio.
Responsibilities
* Be at the heart of a technically advanced data centre project, overseeing electrical design coordination and integration from concept through to completion.
* Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary design teams, contractors, and client representatives to drive high-quality design outcomes.
* Influence innovation, sustainability, and constructability through Laing O\'Rourke\'s digital engineering and offsite manufacturing capabilities.
Qualifications
* A degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline), ideally with Chartered Engineer status.
* Proven on-site delivery experience within data centres or other mission-critical environments.
* A strong understanding of design governance, risk management, and change control processes.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills – comfortable collaborating across design, client, and delivery teams.
Why join us
At Laing O\'Rourke, you\'ll be part of a team shaping the future of construction through innovation, digital design, and sustainability.
We offer
* The chance to work on career-defining projects with a global engineering enterprise.
* Ongoing professional development and clear pathways to progression.
* An inclusive, values-led culture that champions flexibility, diversity, and wellbeing.
Inclusion matters
We\'re proud to be a Disability Confident Level 3 Employer and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, career returners, and those exploring a move from adjacent sectors.
Ready to design what\'s next?
Apply now to join Laing O\'Rourke and contribute to mission-critical data centre projects.
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