Design and MEICA Manager

Astute''s Nuclear team are working with a leading utilities and infrastructure services provider, recognised for its technical excellence and commitment to sustainability. We''re recruiting for a Design and MEICA Manager, based on Hinkley Point C, with flexible hybrid working.

This Design and MEICA Manager role offers a salary between -75,000 - -85,000, alongside an attractive benefits package, structured career progression, and the opportunity to lead high-impact design and build projects across the utilities and infrastructure sectors.

If you''re an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in design and MEICA delivery and looking for a senior leadership role where you''ll help shape strategy, drive innovation, and deliver sustainable solutions, we''d love to hear from you.



Responsibilities and duties:
Reporting to the Director of Projects, you will:

• Manage and control the design and MEICA services for the non-core business unit
• Lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, compliance, and delivery within budget and programme
• Oversee governance, contractual budgets, and resourcing to maintain efficiency and client satisfaction
• Deputise for the Director of Projects, taking ownership of day-to-day decision-making when required
• Ensure adherence to company systems and procedures, maintaining CDM compliance and risk management standards
• Lead client stakeholder management, promoting technical excellence and swift resolution of challenges
• Develop and implement strategies for business growth, introducing new technologies and driving continuous improvement
• Mentor, motivate, and develop multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects to the highest standard
• Contribute to corporate strategy, supporting innovation and sustainable delivery across design and build activities

Professional qualifications:
We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Significant experience managing the design and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects
• Leadership experience in a similar role, with proven team management skills
• Strong understanding of CDM compliance, NEC contracts, and risk management
• Demonstrable track record of delivering projects to budget and programme
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to lead cultural and organisational change effectively
• Chartered (or working towards) status desirable

Personal skills
The Design and MEICA Manager role would suit someone who is:

• A confident and decisive leader with the ability to inspire teams
• Commercially aware, with strong financial and contractual acumen
• Strategic in thinking, but hands-on in delivery
• Collaborative and relationship-focused, both internally and externally
• Passionate about driving innovation and sustainable solutions

Salary and benefits of the Design and MEICA Manager role

• -75,000 - -85,000 depending on experience
• Up to 20% combined pension contribution
• 25 days'' holiday (rising to 28 with service) + option to buy/sell holiday
• Performance-related bonus (-5%)
• Healthcare package to support medical costs
• Life assurance of up to 8x salary
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme & Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity and paternity leave
• One paid volunteering day each year
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

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