PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.
Responsibilities
* Leadership & Team Building
o Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.
o Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.
* Technical Oversight & Design
o Lead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).
o Ensure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.
* Strategic & Operational Development
o Establish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.
o Drive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.
* Governance & Safety
o Oversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.
o Support investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.
* Continuous Improvement & Innovation
o Lead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.
o Champion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.
Skills & Experience
* Essential:
o Expertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.
o In-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.
o Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.
o Clear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.
Qualifications
* Essential:
o Degree in Electrical Engineering.
o Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).
o NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
o BS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G #removed# (Inspection & Testing).
o Full UK Driving Licence.
Competencies & Behaviours
* Decisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.
* Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.
* Strong client-facing ability - able to balance commercial and technical needs.
* Committed to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.
* Fluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.
Experience Required
* Minimum 15 years' experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
* Strong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.
* Ideally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities.
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