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Design Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Brighton & Hove

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in engineering (or equivalent), experience managing multi-discipline teams, knowledge of water treatment processes, and a full driving license.
  • You will optimize engineering assurance, ensure economically sound designs, implement quality procedures, enhance affordability, and manage health and safety compliance in projects.

Requirements

  • Working towards Chartered Engineer status with a degree level qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
  • Experience of managing and driving a multi-discipline technical engineering team with a proven track record of driving sustainable performance against challenging business targets
  • Significant knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and a full driving licence in order to visit various offices / sites

Responsibilities

  • As a Design Manager, you'll provide expert engineering support to the design and construction of the Southern Water portfolio of non-infrastructure, water and wastewater projects. Services covering the counties of Kent, Sussex and Hampshire, including the Isle of Wight.
  • Your day to day will include:
  • Spearheading and optimising the engineering assurance process for designs prepared by partner at outline design and Capital Delivery partners at tender and construction design
  • Ensuring that the Engineering Design team, design consultants and construction partners are developing technically and economically proficient engineering solutions
  • Implementing design quality procedures upholding right-first-time philosophy adherence
  • Seeking opportunities in enhancing affordability and value throughout the design process
  • Maintaining compliance with Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations, managing design-related health and safety risks

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we do remote work but in a hybrid format with weekly travel to the office required.

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this is a permanent, full-time position.

What qualifications are needed for the Design Manager role?

Candidates should be working towards Chartered Engineer status and have a degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.

What is the main focus of the Design Manager's responsibilities?

The main focus is to lead and manage engineering design delivery for water projects, ensuring the development of technically and economically proficient engineering solutions while maintaining compliance with regulations.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Falmer, Brighton, with remote working available and weekly travel to the office required.

What type of projects will the Design Manager be involved with?

The Design Manager will be involved with non-infrastructure, water and wastewater projects in the Southern Water portfolio across Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight.

Is prior experience in the water industry necessary?

Significant knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes is required for this role.

What are the opportunities for career growth in this position?

There are opportunities to explore incredible growth and scale within the water business, as well as access to diverse project portfolios and future career opportunities.

What kind of team will the Design Manager be managing?

The Design Manager will be managing a multi-discipline technical engineering team.

Are transferable skills considered in the application process?

Yes, transferable skills are welcome, and even if you don't meet every requirement, you are encouraged to apply.

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Our purpose is to sustainably deliver infrastructure which is vital to the UK. As a leading provider of infrastructure services, construction and property developments, we are committed to delivering for communities and leaving lasting legacies through our work. We are committed to attracting, retaining and progressing talent within Kier, with a diverse, and resilient workforce that reflects the communities we serve.