Senior Design Manager at Ghd in PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

technical lead

client management

project controls

budget forecast

design leadership

interface management

Leading the technical work with the client, ensuring project technical risks are identified and handled
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring stakeholder collaboration with third parties such as contractors, authorities etc, ensuring an understanding of their needs resulting in satisfactory deliverables
Supporting the Project Director and Project Manager in project financial, quality and delivery schedule matters
Providing input to the budgeting process including forecasting resource requirements
Providing leadership to the design team, in line with GHD’s values
Positioning as the interface management between technical fields/packages
Leads and encourages others, able to make decisions and takes ownership; advises and holds others to account; provides support and inspiration to help others succeed

Requirements

engineering degree

bim

3d design

15+ years

communication

au citizenship

Interstate and/or international experience on major capital works infrastructure projects
Relevant Engineering tertiary qualifications
Strong, clear and effective communication skills (written and verbal)
At least 15 years experience in the design and delivery of major projects with experience in leading multidisciplinary design teams and the delivery of major infrastructure projects
Strong commercial skill, with an ability to identify and decisively handle project risks and opportunities as they arise
AU Citizenship to ensure appropriate security clearances for Defence projects
Experience in the delivery of projects using 3D design tools and a detailed understanding of BIM processes and workflows is essential
A broad range of experience, including exposure to both consulting and contracting would be highly regarded. Experience in managing subconsultants and secondary consultants ideal

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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Role

Description

technical lead

client management

project controls

budget forecast

design leadership

interface management

Leading the technical work with the client, ensuring project technical risks are identified and handled
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring stakeholder collaboration with third parties such as contractors, authorities etc, ensuring an understanding of their needs resulting in satisfactory deliverables
Supporting the Project Director and Project Manager in project financial, quality and delivery schedule matters
Providing input to the budgeting process including forecasting resource requirements
Providing leadership to the design team, in line with GHD’s values
Positioning as the interface management between technical fields/packages
Leads and encourages others, able to make decisions and takes ownership; advises and holds others to account; provides support and inspiration to help others succeed

Requirements

engineering degree

bim

3d design

15+ years

communication

au citizenship

Interstate and/or international experience on major capital works infrastructure projects
Relevant Engineering tertiary qualifications
Strong, clear and effective communication skills (written and verbal)
At least 15 years experience in the design and delivery of major projects with experience in leading multidisciplinary design teams and the delivery of major infrastructure projects
Strong commercial skill, with an ability to identify and decisively handle project risks and opportunities as they arise
AU Citizenship to ensure appropriate security clearances for Defence projects
Experience in the delivery of projects using 3D design tools and a detailed understanding of BIM processes and workflows is essential
A broad range of experience, including exposure to both consulting and contracting would be highly regarded. Experience in managing subconsultants and secondary consultants ideal

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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