Engineering Manager

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Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager on a freelance basis to support the delivery of a major Transmission & Distribution framework based in Midlands, Wales and sites spanning across the middle of the country. This role is central to ensuring that all works are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across complex infrastructure projects that support the UK's energy network.

Requirements
Engineering Leadership
Lead and manage the multi-disciplinary engineering team (HV primary, secondary, civil, protection & control, telecoms).
Act as the technical authority for all engineering deliverables.
Establish engineering execution strategies aligned with project programme and commercial targets.
Drive a strong Safety in Design / CDM culture.

Design & Technical Management
Oversee the full design lifecycle:
Concept & FEED
Detailed design
Design assurance & approvals
As-built and handover documentation

Project Delivery Support
Align engineering deliverables with construction and commissioning schedules.
Identify and mitigate technical risks and opportunities.
Support procurement with technical evaluations and vendor selection.
Lead technical reviews, HAZIDs, HAZOPs, and design reviews.
Stakeholder & Client Management
Act as the primary engineering interface with the client and key stakeholders.
Present technical solutions and progress at project meetings.
Manage external design consultants and subcontractors.
Commercial & Change Management
Support change control and early warning processes.
Assess technical implications of variations and claims.
Contribute to cost control through efficient design solutions.

Quality & Governance
Implement engineering quality plans and document control processes.
Ensure lessons learned and continuous improvement are embedded.

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Location:
Birmingham
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering;Engineering