Senior Engineering Manager

VGC Group are pleased to be supporting a key client, who are shaping the future of the UK's power infrastructure, as they look to hire a Senior Engineering Manager to lead engineering and design delivery across major HV Transmission schemes, from concept to completion.

Role Overview

Position: Senior Engineering Manager Overhead Line (OHL) Systems
Reporting to: Director for Engineering & Technical Services
Focus: Day-to-day leadership of internal and external engineering teams; management of large-scale, complex multi-disciplinary projects, primarily 132kV 400kV OHL systems.

Key Purpose:
Ensure engineering deliverables are completed safely, to specification, on time, and within budget, while supporting innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering activities across pre-contract and project delivery stages.
• Manage engineering resources for temporary works, design reviews, and approvals.
• Maintain high-level engagement with clients, supply chain, and consulting engineers.
• Support tenders and bids, contributing technical insight and design strategy.
• Drive innovation and embed lessons learned across OHL delivery teams.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, H&S legislation, and industry standards.
• Represent the business in external forums and industry networks.
• Manage training and competency records for all engineering personnel.
• Promote sustainability, safety, and continuous improvement in all engineering activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Senior engineering management in OHL, transmission, or HV infrastructure projects.
• Track record: Delivering large-scale infrastructure or utility projects.
• Technical knowledge: 132kV 400kV OHL design and construction, temporary works, design assurance.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage engineering risks.
• Collaboration: Experience in joint ventures, alliances, or collaborative frameworks.
• Stakeholder management: Skilled in engaging clients, regulators, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (ICE, IET, or equivalent).
• Training in CDM, H&S, and environmental standards highly desirable.

Benefits

• Annual bonus (up to 30%)
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
• Generous holiday entitlement (option to buy 5 days)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies and work/life balance
• Mentoring and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Share-save scheme, discounts (cycle to work, gym), and employee support services