Design Manager

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Design Manager
Company: Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor Location: Trafford House, Chester Road, Old Trafford, Manchester (M32) Salary: £70,000 – £75,000 (maximum)
About the Company
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A leading privately owned UK civil engineering and infrastructure specialist with over four decades of experience
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Operates across major sectors including water, transport, energy, and the built environment
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Delivers projects through frameworks, alliances, joint ventures, and standalone schemes
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Known for a strong direct delivery model, employing and developing in-house engineering and construction teams
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Employs over 1,000 professionals nationwide and is recognised for its people-first culture
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Accredited as a Gold Investor in People, with a strong focus on inclusion, safety, and long-term career development
The Role – Design Manager
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Lead the delivery of technically compliant, safe, and cost-effective engineering design solutions
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Take full ownership of design quality, compliance, and suitability throughout the project lifecycle
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Manage and coordinate external design consultants and multi-disciplinary engineering teams
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Support project teams with concept, basic, and detailed designs for water and wastewater infrastructure
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Ensure designs meet client requirements, statutory standards, and regulatory obligations
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Control and manage engineering budgets, programmes, and change processes
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Identify, mitigate, and manage design risks while recognising value engineering opportunities
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Ensure all design outputs comply with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards
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Oversee BIM processes and common data environments
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Support supply chain engagement and specialist design input
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Collaborate closely with project managers, site teams, and senior engineering stakeholders
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Provide technical assurance, challenge designs, and review reports and survey data
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Understand and manage temporary works design responsibilities and interfaces
Key Requirements
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Minimum of 10 years’ experience in design and engineering management
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Strong background in water sector infrastructure, including foul drainage and potable water mains
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Degree or HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
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Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, or actively working toward professional membership
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Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
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Experienced in BIM, design management, and multi-disciplinary coordination
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Self-motivated, commercially aware, and quality-driven
What’s on Offer
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Long-term job security through major infrastructure frameworks
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Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, private medical, and life assurance
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Excellent career progression with a strong internal promotion culture
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Flexible benefits, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities
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Location:
Trafford Park
Salary:
£70,000 - £75,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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