Head of Power Systems (m/f/d) UK & Ireland at Rambll

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Power Systems, Transmission, Distribution, Client Leadership, Technical Oversight, Consulting, Commercial Judgement, Team Leadership, Strategic Vision, Energy Transition, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Engagement, Infrastructure Programmes, System Operability, Grid Code Compliance

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Job Description This role can be place across our offices in the UK and Ireland Are you driven to shape and lead Ramboll’s Power Systems market position in the UK with strategic vision and senior client influence? Are you motivated to grow a consulting-led Power Systems business by opening doors, setting direction, and building a differentiated offer? Do you want to leverage Ramboll’s global capabilities and multidisciplinary reputation to act as a technical authority and trusted advisor in the energy transition? If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Power Systems Department as our new Head of Power Systems UK & Ireland and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Your new role The Head of Power Systems, UK is responsible for shaping and leading Ramboll’s Power Systems market position in the UK. The role combines strategic freedom, senior client influence, and technical authority to grow a consulting-led Power Systems business that stands apart in a highly competitive market. This is a senior leadership role with a clear mandate to set direction, open doors, and build a differentiated offer, leveraging Ramboll’s global capability, multidisciplinary strength, and reputation as a trusted advisor in the energy transition. Your key responsibilities will be: Market and strategy leadership Set and execute the UK Power Systems strategy, aligned to network investment, system operability, and net zero drivers. Shape Ramboll’s positioning beyond “study delivery” towards trusted system advisor roles. Influence wider Energy UK & Ireland strategy through Power Systems insight and leadership. Lead the UK priority sector for Transmission & Distribution Client leadership and growth Act as a senior client-facing leader with UK DNOs, TSOs, and major contractors. Sponsor key frameworks, strategic pursuits, and long-term client relationships. Lead critical client conversations on system risk, operability, and investment decision-making. Technical authority and assurance Provide senior technical oversight and assurance for complex power systems work. Set expectations for quality, consistency, and compliance with Grid Code, ENA standards, and industry best practice. Draw selectively on global expertise to strengthen UK delivery and credibility. People and capability leadership Lead and grow a high-performing UK Power Systems team with clear technical and leadership pathways. Develop senior specialists who are recognised and trusted by clients. Foster a consulting-led, collaborative, and inclusive culture. Delivery and commercial stewardship Provide senior oversight of portfolio performance, commercial discipline, and risk. Intervene on priority or complex commissions where leadership presence adds value. About you Essential Senior experience in consulting engineering within power systems, transmission, or distribution. Strong track record working with UK DNOs, TSOs, and/or contractors. Evident ability to operate as a trusted senior advisor to clients. Proven leadership of professional teams in a consultancy environment. Strong commercial judgement and comfort shaping bids, frameworks, and client strategy. Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering (or equivalent); chartership preferred. Desirable Experience spanning both transmission and distribution environments. Exposure to large-scale infrastructure programmes or long-term frameworks. What we can offer you Commitment to your development Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Flexible work environment 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions Private medical cover and life assurance Ready to join us? Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply. We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team. Deadline: 05/06/2026 Do you have any questions? Contact: Director of Business Area Energy, Steve Horrax, [email protected] Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

Responsibilities

The Head of Power Systems is responsible for shaping and leading Ramboll’s Power Systems market position in the UK, focusing on strategic leadership and client influence. This role involves providing technical authority and assurance while fostering a high-performing team and ensuring commercial stewardship.