Design Manager

Nacap Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Leave benefits

Employee referral program

Discounts program

Career growth

Flexibility & wellbeing

Novated leasing

Free onsite parking

Modern workspace

Company culture

Job summary

Nacap is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary design coordination and construction readiness for a major wind farm project in Western Australia. Based in Melbourne with FIFO travel to Badgingarra, you will ensure practical, safe, buildable designs from detailed design through to handover.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll drive design reviews, manage interfaces and RFIs, and work closely with site teams to resolve technical issues, delivering high-quality

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Wind farm or major infrastructure project experience required.
• Construction delivery environment experience including design and construct interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from detailed design through construction support and handover.
• Coordinate civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical and specialist design interfaces.
• Administer Design Management Plan, design program and deliverables registers.
• Drive design reviews, constructability checks and technical assurance.
• Provide technical leadership to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with site teams to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries and design changes through to handover.
• Lead Safety in Design and Temporary Works management.

Skills

Design leadership

Civil Engineering degree

7+ years experience

Wind farm experience

Design management

AutoCAD / 12D / Civil 3D familiarity

Project coordination

Constructability knowledge

Site safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Equivalent relevant engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

12D

Civil 3D

Propeller

Trimble Business Centre

Job description

Nacap is a multi-disciplinary constructor of energy infrastructure that continues to diversify to support Australia’s energy transition. Our purpose is to build energy infrastructure for a better future. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves.

If you're a Design Manager who thrives at the interface of engineering and construction, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Nacap is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of a major wind farm project in Western Australia. You'll lead multidisciplinary design coordination, technical assurance and construction readiness, ensuring practical, safe and buildable solutions from detailed design through to as-built handover.

Based in Melbourne with FIFO travel to Badgingarra, Western Australia, this role will require a commitment to the project roster throughout the project lifecycle, particularly during the construction phase.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with the Project Manager and Construction Manager, you will coordinate multidisciplinary consultants and technical interfaces across the project, helping drive successful delivery of this significant renewable energy development.

What you will do

You will directly influence design quality, construction readiness and successful project delivery through:

• Leading the design process from detailed design through construction support, completion and as-built documentation.
• Coordinating civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical and specialist design interfaces across the wind farm balance-of-plant scope.
• Administering the Design Management Plan, design program, deliverables register, responsibility and interface matrices, review gates and approval workflows.
• Driving design reviews, interdisciplinary checks, constructability reviews, client reviews and technical assurance, ensuring actions and comments are closed out promptly.
• Providing technical leadership and assurance so design outputs comply with project requirements, standards, approvals and contractual obligations.
• Working closely with site teams to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Managing RFIs, technical queries, design changes etc through to final acceptance and handover.
• Leading Safety in Design and administer Temporary Works requirements.

The Wind Farm Scope

You will coordinate the civil and multidisciplinary balance-of-plant design, including:

• Bulk earthworks, mass haul and site grading.
• Access roads, pavements and heavy-haul routes.
• Drainage and water management infrastructure.
• Crane hardstands, platforms and lifting interfaces.
• Large wind turbine foundations and associated geotechnical interfaces.
• Electrical reticulation, substation and transmission connection interfaces.
• Turbine supplier requirements, environmental constraints, approvals and construction methodology.

What you bring?

You bring the following skills, experience and expertise;

• A practical design leader who can bring people together, challenge assumptions and maintain momentum in a complex delivery environment. You will combine sound technical judgement with commercial discipline and a clear understanding of what works on site.
• A recognised degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 7 years post-graduate engineering experience, including design management experience as a Design Lead, Design Coordinator or Design Manager.
• Wind farm, renewable energy or major civil infrastructure project experience.
• Experience with wind farm roads, earthworks, drainage, crane hardstands, heavy-haul routes and large foundations.
• Knowledge of geotechnical and foundation interfaces, ground improvement, piling, slope stability and retaining systems.
• Experience in EPC, EPCM or design and construct environments, particularly with contractors or major infrastructure delivery teams.
• Familiarity with design and document management systems and engineering platforms such as AutoCAD, 12D, Civil 3D, Propeller and/or Trimble Business Centre is advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in bulk earthworks and/or large-scale form, reinforcement and concrete pour works.
• A strong understanding of civil infrastructure, construction methodology, constructability and the interface between design and delivery.
• A Construction Induction Card (White Card), valid Australian driver license and willingness to work the required Badgingarra FIFO roster.

What’s in it for you?

At Nacap, we’re not just another construction company. Below are some of the many supports and benefits we offer:

• Competitive Remuneration: We value your expertise and contribution.
• Generous Leave Benefits: 16 weeks paid parental leave + superannuation, 22 days of annual leave, option to purchase additional leave, extra personal and compassionate leave, and the day off for your birthday!
• Generous Employee Referral Program: Refer talent and earn a bonus.
• Discounts Program: Access everyday savings at over 400 retailers.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Our dynamic industry offers endless possibilities for professional development and advancement. Your growth matters to us.
• Flexibility and wellbeing: We understand the importance of managing work and life.
• Novated Leasing: A cost-effective way to acquire and run the car of your choice.
• Free Onsite Parking: Convenience matters.
• Modern Workspace: Our Head Office is located near the retail hub of Westfield Shopping Centre.
• Outstanding Company Culture: Join a social and supportive environment.

To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship and or permanent residency. So, if you consider joining us

Only successful applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen prior to commencement.

We encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islanders people to apply.

Please note: Nacap does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to any Nacap employees. Should we require additional assistance we will contact our preferred agency partners.