Design Manager

• Provide technical input and support to project teams throughout construction.
• Review design documentation for buildability, compliance, and technical accuracy.
• Coordinate design interfaces between civils, structures, and M&E teams.
• Manage the full design lifecycle on multi-disciplinary rail projects.
• Lead design meetings and manage consultant and subcontractor deliverables.

The role will be based in London, with some travel to York . You will be working on a range of projects involving stations, FRC/structures, M&E installations, lifts, fire systems, and telecoms. The focus is on civil engineering and ensuring the design process runs smoothly from early stages through to construction and handover.

• Excellent coordination, stakeholder, and communication skills.
• Strong civil engineering background (stations, structures, or heavy civils preferred).
• Happy to travel to York once a week.
• Proven experience as a Design Manager within rail or major infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Tier 1 contractor offering long-term career stability, high-profile projects, and clear progression opportunities.

• Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
• Matched pension contributions (up to 6%)
• Bonus scheme
• Car or allowance
• Private healthcare option