Head of Engineering

PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Building

  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.

  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.

• Technical Oversight & Design

  • Lead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).

  • Ensure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.

• Strategic & Operational Development

  • Establish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.

  • Drive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.

• Governance & Safety

  • Oversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.

  • Support investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

  • Lead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.

  • Champion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Expertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.

• In-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.

• Clear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

• BS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing).

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Competencies & Behaviours

• Decisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.

• Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.

• Strong client-facing ability-able to balance commercial and technical needs.

• Committed to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.

• Fluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.

Experience Required

• Minimum 15 years' experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.

• Strong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.

• Ideally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities