Desiggn Manager

Design Manager: Major Infrastructure Programme

We are recruiting an experienced Design Manager for a Tier 1 contractor delivering a long-term infrastructure programme in Cumbria. Working within a design and build environment, the Design Manager will be responsible for managing external design consultancies and coordinating design with the engineering, construction and commercial teams. The programme includes the upgrade and renewal of existing road, rail, bridge and associated civil infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Manage external design consultancies throughout the project lifecycle

Coordinate design from initial development through construction and completion

Ensure designs meet project and construction requirements

Manage the interface between design consultants, engineering, construction and commercial teams

Monitor design progress against programme requirements

Manage design reviews, technical queries, changes and approvals

Identify and manage design risks

Ensure technical and quality requirements are met

Support value engineering and design development

Maintain commercial awareness throughout the design process

Requirements

Design Manager or Senior Design Manager experience

Construction experience is essential

Experience managing external design consultancies

Experience taking projects through the full lifecycle from design through to construction and completion

Understanding of the interface between design and construction

Commercial awareness

Major civil engineering or infrastructure experience

Tier 1 contractor experience would be advantageous

Candidates from a design consultancy background will also be considered where they have construction and project delivery experience

This is a long-term opportunity to work on a major infrastructure programme with a substantial pipeline of civil engineering projects