Electrical Design Engineer

We are recruiting for an assistant electrical engineer / electrical design and project engineer to provide an electrical engineering design and project management function in relation to (construction) projects that include planned maintenance, alteration and refurbishment works; managing the delivery of projects within a framework of best value for the facility.

On Offer:
The role is a temporary ongoing contract circa 3-6months. Pay £20.27 – £22.8 /hr, Monday to Friday standard working times.

Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities or Duties:
Project Work
In the context of the requirements of the client (end user) other stakeholders; and legal and statutory bodies, effectively manage the successful delivery of projects under your control.
Duties include:
Obtain comprehensive client briefs and develop cost effective electrical engineering design solutions that reflect modern electrical services engineering methods in turn producing appropriate quality of documentation for the engagement of contractors for construction works procured via various routes including drawings and specifications.
Produce tender packages including contract and project documentation. Review tender returns and advise client accordingly.
Produce and submit Planning Applications, Building Regulation Applications and Listed Building Consent Applications as necessary, including liaison with Local Authority Planning Department and Conservation Officers.
Determine whether the CDM Regulations apply to allocated projects and manage the CDM process to ensure adhesion to statutory requirements.
Ensure correct use of the department computer systems including Project Management System, Oracle, AutoCAD Design Package etc.
Provide appropriate advice on project planning and programming
Manage all resources allocated to project work – providing technical advice as appropriate. Manage external consultants included on design teams formulated for project work and management of contractors. Assist in monitoring and managing performance of the Framework Contractors.
Manage approved budgets for projects in a manner that is compliant with financial regulations
Establish and maintain effective methods of communication with stakeholders and external bodies affected by or who are likely to affect project work. Chair/attend meetings as necessary and produce minutes for issue to relevant parties including client representatives.
Ensure that, within all project related activities, a culture of positive health and safety management is promoted and achieved
Managerial and Developmental Work
Assist the Management Team in implementing the following activities:
Customer focussed services through the promotion of positive working relationships throughout the facility
Best value working practices seeking continuous improvement to the services offered including: monitoring of staff productivity to ensure that project costs are minimised and available resources are efficiently allocated whilst optimising fee income; ensuring that transparency and value for money are maintained
Provision of professional advice to colleagues to ensure that all development work carried out is in accordance with legal and statutory requirements and is in the best interest of the facility.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Essential
A HNC/D or equivalent in an electrical engineering related discipline
Relevant experience in developing electrical design solutions and project management, from project inception to completion
A positive commitment to personal training and development
Have a working knowledge of:
Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.
Building contract procedures
Procurement strategies
CDM Regulations.
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD.

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