Head Of Engineering

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Full time
Location: Grantham
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Category:
Head of Engineering UK

Purpose of the Role This position outlines the responsibilities and tasks of a Subject Matter Expert in all project phases, focusing on engineering-led initiatives and business expansion.

Reporting Structure The Managing Director of the UK entity oversees this role to ensure its implementation and alignment with organizational objectives.

Role Overview A senior leadership opportunity as part of UK expansion efforts, this role involves leading engineering-led assignments, active engineering support, advisory services, and studies for existing clients. The Head of Engineering will work to establish internal processes and build expertise in collaboration with the group's engineering sector manager.

Key Responsibilities

Project Responsibilities Act as Key Account Manager for all engineering-led assignments in the UK and Ireland. Serve as Principal Consultant and Subject Matter Expert for engineering design and management across the UK Engineering Team. Perform Senior Authorising Engineer duties, peer reviews, and approvals under quality assurance processes, including embedded support in client systems when required. Ensure compliance with UK CDM (Construction Design and Management) Regulations as the Designer and support training for Principal Designer qualifications if needed. Conduct competence assessments and training for engineering personnel, aligned with professional development goals and customer requirements. Integrate engineering responsibilities with wider programme management areas such as regulatory consents, financial investment, procurement, and project governance.

Business Development Responsibilities Collaborate on business development, sales, and marketing strategies with senior leadership and execute client engagement plans. Take initiative in identifying opportunities to expand services with existing and new clients, actively marketing capabilities. Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and best practices, ensuring their dissemination within the team. Represent the organization at working groups, industry events, and forums. Develop and maintain quality assurance principles, methodologies, and reference materials to enhance project delivery standards. Conduct evaluations of projects to improve processes and ensure quality client handovers.

Group Reporting & Authority Report to the Managing Director UK on project, business development, and personnel matters. Maintain a matrix reporting line to the Group Engineering Manager for quality assurance and subject matter responsibilities. Provide line management for junior engineers in the UK and oversee sub-contractor work as required. Approve and manage resources, including training, materials, and event attendance, within an established authorization matrix.

Desired Attributes & Qualifications Education & Experience: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines (e.g., electrical-mechanical, electrical-electronic). A minimum of 5 years' experience in HV/MV power systems engineering, with expertise across the project lifecycle from concept development to handover. Industry Background: Experience in power generation or related industries (e.g., Oil & Gas, Chemical, Water, Rail) with multi-disciplinary interface management. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of CDM Regulations (Principal Designer Qualification preferred but can be supported through training). Familiarity with regulated infrastructure programmes, procurement processes, and cost-benefit assessments (training support available). Leadership & Management: Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and deliver quality engineering outputs.

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