Posted: 4 May
The role
Senior Electrical Design Manager – Building Services (Design & Build)
Location: Corsham, UK
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + benefits
Overview
A leading UK design and construction contractor operating across the data centre, defence, energy, and high-technology sectors is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electrical building services design from pre-construction through to project handover.
You will oversee complex, technically demanding projects where innovation, compliance, and precision engineering are critical. The role requires strong technical leadership, design coordination, and the ability to manage internal and external design teams in a Design & Build environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Design Management
Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to handover across major construction projectsManage and coordinate internal and external design teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractorsEnsure compliance with UK Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and all statutory requirementsAct as Technical Lead supporting senior technical leadership across all project phasesOversee design risk management, including Principal Designer duties under CDMElectrical Building Services Design
Produce and review detailed electrical designs for:LV and MV power distribution systemsSmall power systemsLighting design (including Dialux/Relux modelling)Fire alarm systemsSecurity and CCTV systemsEarthing and lightning protection systemsEnsure technical accuracy, buildability, and cost-effectiveness of all designsReview technical submittals, RFIs, and contractor design portions (CDP)Project Lifecycle Involvement
Lead technical input during tendering and pre-construction stagesConduct design reviews, gap analysis, value engineering (VE), and risk assessmentsSupport preparation of contractor proposals and technical bid documentationParticipate in design coordination, HAZID/HAZOP studies, and technical workshopsOversee construction-phase technical compliance and site-based design verificationSupport project handover, O&M documentation, and compliance validationCollaboration & Compliance
Liaise closely with clients, project managers, engineers, and site teamsEnsure adherence to safety in design principles and HSEQ requirementsMaintain design intent and configuration control throughout project lifecyclePromote digital engineering and BIM-led coordination across projectsDrive continuous improvement in design processes and technical standardsRequired Experience
Proven experience in a senior electrical design or technical management role within construction or building servicesStrong background in Design & Build projectsExperience in high-technology, defence, data centres, or industrial environments (desirable)In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and statutory complianceExperience managing full design lifecycle from pre-construction through deliveryStrong understanding of electrical building services systems and coordinationExperience supervising contractors, consultants, and multi-disciplinary teamsStrong technical documentation and specification writing capabilityTechnical Skills
Advanced proficiency in:
Revit (BIM) and NavisworksAutoCAD (2D & 3D)Dialux and/or ReluxAmtech and/or ElectricalOMMicrosoft Office SuiteAutodesk Construction Cloud (desirable)Additional knowledge:
Lightning protection risk assessment calculationsElectrical design analysis and system modelling toolsBIM coordination and clash detection workflowsQualifications
Degree-qualified (BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or related discipline)Background in Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or Technical DesignWorking towards Chartered status (preferred)Membership of a relevant professional body (engineering or architectural institute)MCIAT or ARB registration (desirable but not essential)Benefits
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 per annumCar allowance (eligible roles)Competitive pension schemePrivate healthcare (BUPA) + cash planElectric vehicle schemeCycle to work schemeEyecare vouchers25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday offEqual Opportunities
This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience, and merit, with no discrimination on any protected characteristic.
