Assistant Design Manager - MEPH - Old Oak Common

Balfour Beatty; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Design Manager in the Major Projects team, contributing to the iconic Old Oak Common development. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee the delivery of detailed designs and coordinate with various teams to ensure project success. With flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you will be part of a team shaping the future of UK rail. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, apply now and embark on this extraordinary journey!

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension schemes

Share incentives

Volunteering leave

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Design Management or Engineering Management.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical design packages with Consultants aligned with project schedule.
• Manage delivery and coordination of technical aspects of construction work packages.

Skills

Design Management

Engineering Management

English Communication

Education

Engineering Degree in MEPHFC disciplines

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Design Manager (MEPH) to join our Major Projects team at the iconic Old Oak Common development in London.

HS2's new c. £1 billion Old Oak Common station will become the UK's best-connected rail station upon completion. Our Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA joint venture will oversee the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station in Northwest London.

The station will feature six underground platforms and up to eight platforms on the adjacent Great Western Main Line. It will provide high-speed rail services to the Midlands, central London, Scotland, the North, and direct services to three major airports, along with passenger and retail facilities for an exceptional customer experience.

As an Assistant Design Manager (MEPH), you will support and manage the timely delivery of quality-assured detailed designs by the Consultant and coordinate with subcontractors for fabrication submissions across various zones and phases of installation.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Develop and compile technical design packages with Consultants aligned with the project schedule.
2. Manage the delivery and coordination of all technical aspects of the BBVS JV OOC Station construction Work Packages (MEPHFC).
3. Coordinate between design, construction teams, and subcontractors to support the built program.
4. Assist the Engineering, BIM, and Technical Assurance teams to achieve Code 1 Acceptance of all Design Deliverables.

Qualifications and experience:

• Engineering Degree in one of the MEPHFC disciplines or proven equivalent experience.
• Experience in Design Management or Engineering Management.
• Proficiency in English communication skills (both verbal and written).

If you're ready to make a difference, join us in shaping the future of UK rail. Apply now and be part of this extraordinary journey!

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports economic growth and community development.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working options, including staggered hours and up to 40% remote work, where role permits.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Family-friendly policies, including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave.
• Additional benefits such as pension schemes, share incentives, volunteering leave, and recognition programs.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects division delivers complex infrastructure projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C. We leverage the latest technology to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability in our projects, creating lasting legacies for communities.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. Our initiatives aim to grow our diverse workforce and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. For more details, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We have signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to promote Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and encourages applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and long-term health conditions, offering interviews to qualified candidates with disabilities. More info at disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk.

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. Feedback can be shared via [e-mail].