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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