Senior Design Manager

Sedgman Prudentia Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Health & wellbeing program Sonder

Career development & reward

Job summary

Sedgman Prudentia Pty Ltd in Adelaide is seeking a Senior Design Manager with hands-on experience on projects from conceptual design through to detailed engineering in the Mineral Processing sector. You will lead multidisciplinary engineering and drafting teams, manage scope, budget and schedules, and represent the company in design reviews and client communications.

The role offers career growth, flexible work arrangements, and a collaborative, safety‑driven culture supported by modern design

Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience in mining, minerals processing, energy, and chemicals.
• Leading multidiscipline project teams.
• Experience with conceptual design through to detailed engineering.
• Understanding of project budget, schedule and ability to communicate engineering deliverable requirements.
• Proficiency in the engineering and drafting management process tailored to client and project phase requirements.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Australian standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage Engineers/ Designers to ensure authorisation and issue of documents and drawings to the project team, vendors, sub-consultants, statutory authorities and others as necessary.
• Lead effective meetings and represent the Company in communications pertaining to broad aspects of the project.
• Develop or review job/project/study, engineering, execution scope, budget, and schedule dependencies and constraints.
• Monitor and evaluate the work of engineers and drafting staff allocated to the project to ensure that their technical competence and performance meet requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of design standards, systems and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Autonomous work

Deliverables communication

Australian standards

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

3D modelling software

2D drafting

Job description

Established in 2014, Sedgman Prudentia delivers multi-discipline engineering services across all phases of projects from research and development, piloting, option selection or optimisation studies, feasibility studies, front-end engineering and detailed design, project implementation, operational readiness and commissioning support.

Sedgman Prudentia offers optimal practical solutions to Energy, Chemicals and Mineral Processing industries and is able to leverage Sedgman's capability and capacity to enhance our service offering to clients.

With office locations in Adelaide and Brisbane, join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in engineering and design solutions.

The Opportunity

Due to our sustained growth, we are currently seeking a Senior Design Manager with hands-on experience on projects ranging from conceptual studies to detailed design. These position reports directly to the Delivery Manager and involves working on a diverse array of projects across the Mineral Processing industry. You'll be involved in the entire design process, from concept to detailed design.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Engineers/ Designers to ensure authorisation and issue of documents and drawings to the project team, vendors, sub-consultants, statutory authorities and other as necessary.

Lead effective meetings and represent the Company in communications pertaining to broad aspects of the project.

Develop or review job/project/study, engineering, execution scope, budget, and schedule dependencies and constraints

Monitor and evaluate the work of engineers and drafting staff allocated to the project to ensure that their technical competence and performance meet requirements.

Support continuous improvement of design standards, systems and processes

About You

• 15+ years of industry experience in mining, minerals processing, energy, and chemicals.
• Leading multidiscipline project teams
• Experience with projects from conceptual design through to detailed engineering.
• Understanding of project budget, schedule and able to communicate engineering deliverable requirements
• Relevant Engineering degree or non-university degree/diploma
• Proficiency in the engineering and drafting management process tailored to the client and project phase requirements
• Strong knowledge in 3D modelling and 2D design deliverable outputs.
• Ability to work autonomously
• A strong understanding of relevant Australian standards.
• Career growth, Development and Reward:Work within multidisciplinary teams to expand your experience and capabilities and be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package.
• Work-life Balance and a Supportive Work Environment:Flexible arrangements and a collaborative workplace culture.
• Health and Wellbeing:Our safety and wellbeing app, Sonder, is available 24/7, offering comprehensive mental health support and work/life services to ensure you and your loved ones are cared for.
• Inclusive Culture:Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming workplace for all.