Lead Electrical Design Manager

About the role

At Skanska, the Lead Electrical Design Manager will oversee the electrical design of water‑infrastructure projects within the Anglian Water Programme, ensuring safe, on‑time and sustainable delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver a portfolio of water recycling, infrastructure and water supply projects.
• Lead, coach and mentor junior engineers, building capability across the electrical team.
• Ensure compliance with CDM, Electricity at Work, BS7671, WIMES, DSEAR and other relevant standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to review designs, manage queries and changes while maintaining quality and performance.
• Promote low‑carbon, off‑site and modular design solutions to improve delivery efficiency.

Required profile

• Engineering degree or equivalent knowledge gained through experience.
• Chartered status (or working towards chartered status) is preferred.
• Experience delivering water‑sector assets and capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations, standards and codes of practice.
• Proven experience mentoring and coaching junior engineers.

Required skills

• Knowledge of CDM regulations.
• Understanding of Electricity at Work regulations.
• Familiarity with BS7671 wiring regulations.
• Experience with WIMES and DSEAR standards.
• Electrical design for water infrastructure projects.

What we offer

• 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family.
• Financial wellbeing and employee assistance programmes.
• Professional development and enhanced family benefits.
• Flexible working options and support for reasonable adjustments.