Lead Project Designer - Commercial Charging

Lead Project Designer - Commercial Charging

Location:

Home based with UK-wide travel

This is an exciting opportunity to join Northgate Vehicle Hire as a Lead Project Designer, playing a pivotal role in the growth and delivery of our EV charging infrastructure solutions. Combining technical expertise, commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management skills, you’ll lead the design and development of tailored EV charging projects for customers across the UK.

Working closely with the Sales Manager and wider project teams, you’ll take a consultative approach to understand customer requirements, conduct site surveys, develop innovative charging solutions and present compelling project proposals. You’ll also oversee contractor relationships, ensure compliance with industry standards and health & safety requirements, and support the successful transition from design through to project delivery.

• Salary – Competitive salary per annum based on experience, enhanced by a company car.
• Annual Leave – Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service, plus the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 extra days each year.
• Pension – Employer contributions of 5%.
• Financial Benefits – Free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, a colleague referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and our Benefits App with discounts and cashback at top retailers.
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle Services – Access to colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support, physiotherapy, cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
• Motoring Benefits – Exclusive colleague vehicle‑leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
• Financial Wellbeing App – A free app that gives you more control over your pay, helps you save, provides financial advice and offers additional discounts.

We're looking for a customer-focused and technically skilled professional with experience in EV charging, electrical infrastructure, or a related technical field. You'll be confident engaging with customers, developing tailored solutions, and managing multiple stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.

• A Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services
• Strong knowledge of BS7671 and electrical installation standards
• C&G 2919 – Electric Vehicle Installations
• C&G 2391 Test and Inspection qualification
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within electrical installation projects
• Experience designing and delivering electrical infrastructure or EV charging projects
• Strong customer engagement and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing contractors and third‑party suppliers
• Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong commercial awareness

It would also be beneficial if you have a Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations and experience within the EV charging sector.

With over 60 branches nationwide, we are the UK’s largest supplier of light commercial vehicle rental solutions. We partner with some of the country’s most well‑known organisations and have earned a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector, helping our customers when they need us most.

We’re part and parcel of ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know.