Adopt a pro-active approach to managing design progress, through monitoring leading indicators and initiating corrective action where required.
Understand our design liabilities, support the development of appropriate strategies for managing these and support the development of design subcontracts that effectively step down liabilities to appointed design partners and/or our extended design and build supply chain.
Manage the contractual relationship with our design partners.
Develop and maintain relationships with our design partners and customer stakeholders.
Ensure appropriate and sustainable design resources, skill sets, and structures are put in place.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
Manage the project design team and resource profile during bid and delivery stages.
As the Design and Build Contractor’s Design Manager, you will join the project at Concept stage and be responsible of managing our design partners to deliver design solutions for a complex, multi-discipline scheme in the Defence Nuclear sector.
You will be the main point of contact between our design partners and our construction team, balancing the needs of both and providing direction to ensure that the overall project objectives are prioritised.
Oversee change control processes and ensure necessary design modifications are approved and implemented.
Oversee and coordinate the design process through RIBA and/or client gated process, ensuring innovation and continuous improvement.
Manage and coordinate design reviews and meetings to align design outputs with project objectives.
Develop and maintain fully coordinated design programs integrated with the overall project timeline.
Monitor design progress against the program and provide regular updates to the project team.
Ensure design solutions align with commercial and construction requirements while adhering to budget constraints.
Ensure full compliance with design management procedures at both bid and delivery stages.
Requirements
engineering degree
hnd/hnc
construction knowledge
design leadership
teamwork
nuclear experience
Specialist knowledge in chosen field.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
HND, HNC or Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
Strong management skills with the ability to motivate self and colleagues.
Experience in collation of Pre-Construction information.
Proven ability to lead and provide a professional, comprehensive, and sustainable design service.
Sound knowledge of construction practices and standards.
Experience in bidding and winning work. (desirable)
In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, design processes, and compliance requirements.
Experience in implementation of design strategies and approaches for infrastructure and/or major construction projects.
Experience in delivery of Multi-Disciplinary design packages.
Nuclear experience desirable.
Membership of relevant Professional Institute e.g., CIOB, ICE, IStructE, IMechE, IET). (desirable)
Excellent operational planning and time management skills.
Benefits
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
Flexible and adaptable working
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Annual bonus scheme
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must obtain sc level security clearance
Company
Overview
£4.5_bn_group
Financial Strength
The company operates as part of a £4.5 billion group with significant annual infrastructure revenue.
£1.9_bn_order
Project Pipeline
The company has secured a robust order book valued at approximately £1.9 billion across major sectors.
£1_bn_revenue
Annual Infrastructure Revenue
The company generates over £1 billion in annual revenue from infrastructure projects.
40+years_experience
Industry Longevity
With operations spanning over 40 years, the company has established itself as a leader in infrastructure development.
Delivers critical national projects in energy, rail, highways, and water.
Specializes in major energy frameworks, including grid upgrades and windfarm links.
Provides comprehensive water expertise from sewerage to the Thames Tideway super-sewer.
Conducts nuclear decommissioning and power infrastructure work at sites like Sellafield.
Works on high-profile transport hubs, including Liverpool Street roof renewal and station expansions.
Balances large-scale engineering with regional projects to bridge communities and shape infrastructure.
Culture + Values
Safety is our top priority
We deliver excellence
We act with integrity
We collaborate to achieve the best results
We continuously improve
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.
Delivering carbon reduction through innovation and smart solutions.
Aiming to reduce carbon intensity across our operations.
We aim to embed sustainability into all stages of project delivery.
We focus on reducing waste, energy consumption, and promoting sustainable materials.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We focus on gender balance and promoting equal opportunities