| Location: Durham | Salary: £50000 - £75000 per annum + + car & package |
| Sector: Design, Civil Engineering & Infrastructure | Type: Permanent |
| Contact: Matt Lilburn | Job Published: 17 days ago |
Title: Design Manager - Civils
Location: Durham
Salary: up to circa £75,000 + car allowance + package
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join a leading UK civil engineerin contractor at the forefront of delivering complex, high profile infrastructure projects nationwide. With a reputation for innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, this business is currently expanding its North East operations and is looking for a talented Design Manager to join their team.
The Design Manager will join and experience team and will be responsible for taking the reins on a major, multi-million-pound infrastructure project in Durham. They will be responsible for managing the design process through pre-construction and delivery phases, ensuring the seamless integration of technical, operational, and commercial requirements. They will work closely with a talented in-house team, design consultants, and key stakeholders to deliver design solutions that are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with programme demands.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the design management process on a high-profile civil engineering project.
- Manage the interface between temporary and permanent works designs.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and clients to ensure design deliverables meet project milestones.
- Review and interrogate technical drawings, specifications, and calculations.
- Drive value engineering initiatives and innovative solutions.
- Manage design risk and change control processes effectively.
- Ensure designs are compliant with current legislation, standards, and client requirements.
Candidate
- Proven experience as a Design Manager within the civil engineering / infrastructure sector.
- Strong understanding of temporary and permanent works coordination.
- Demonstrable track record of managing design on large, complex projects.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams.
- Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (HND/Degree).
Offer
- Starting salary up to circa £75,000 per annum
- Company car or annual car allowance of £6,000
- Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Plus other great benefits
If you are looking for a new career challenge and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV quoting reference 71029.
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