Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Posted
July 08, 2026
Job Description
Our client, a prominent player in the transmission and distribution sector, is currently seeking a Principal Designer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role involves taking on the responsibility of Principal Designer for a variety of complex substation projects, including transformer and switchgear replacements, new GIS arrangements, lengthy cable route connections, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Enacting the role of Principal Designer on complex substation projects
Chairing and coordinating Design Risk Review meetings throughout all stages of design and construction
Maintaining the associated Design Risk Register
Compiling Pre-Construction Information and reviewing Construction Phase Plans
Developing Health and Safety Files
Embedding in the design team and challenging all aspects of buildability, maintainability, and operability
Developing compliance reports and maintaining excellent client relationships
Optionally assisting with procedu...
Key Responsibilities:
Enacting the role of Principal Designer on complex substation projects
Chairing and coordinating Design Risk Review meetings throughout all stages of design and construction
Maintaining the associated Design Risk Register
Compiling Pre-Construction Information and reviewing Construction Phase Plans
Developing Health and Safety Files
Embedding in the design team and challenging all aspects of buildability, maintainability, and operability
Developing compliance reports and maintaining excellent client relationships
Optionally assisting with procedu...