Civil Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Civils Design Manager for their North Scotland team. The role involves overseeing design proposals that adhere to budget and client specifications, as well as managing interactions with various stakeholders. Candidates must have strong communication skills and a relevant professional membership. The position offers excellent remuneration with hybrid options for applicants from the North East or Highland areas.

Benefits

Excellent Remuneration

Company Vehicle

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Private Life Cover

Share Plans

Qualifications

• Experience in design consultancy or management within a main contracting environment is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Understanding of site-based activities and BIM processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing the development and implementation of design proposals meeting customer requirements.
• Liaising with statutory bodies and managing multiple design teams.
• Developing and managing the design deliverables programme.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Design Consultancy

BIM Processes

IT Skills

Education

Professional Membership (ICE, IStructE)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-standard design tools

Job description

Orion Group is working with a leading infrastructure and construction client to source a Civils Design Manager to join their UK Construction team in the North of Scotland.

As the Civils Design Manager, your core responsibilities will include:

• Supporting site-based Civils project teams and early civils-related stages of building projects.
• Implementing and managing the control of the design process to ensure that the design and procurement of specialist packages meet project requirements within budget.
• Providing design input and cost-effective solutions to Work Winning/Project Delivery teams.

What you'll be doing

• Managing the development and implementation of design proposals that meet customer requirements, including budget constraints, safety, quality, ease of maintenance, energy efficiency, and environmental impact, while aligning with customer goals and community benefits.
• Briefing the Design Team effectively, managing third parties or novated design teams to ensure compliance with specifications and competence.
• Advising on the "buildability" of design proposals to the design and construction teams.
• Liaising with statutory bodies such as planning, building control, and services authorities.
• Supporting safety forums and representing the business stream as required.
• Developing and managing the design deliverables programme, ensuring timely sign-offs at each project gate, and coordinating the production of design data and documentation.
• Implementing BIM protocols, managing BIM data sharing, and liaising with BIM management during bid and construction stages.
• Applying Lean construction techniques to reduce waste and optimize costs.

Who we're looking for

• Experience in design consultancy or management within a main contracting environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of working in a matrix organization.
• Understanding of site-based activities and BIM processes.
• Professional membership with a relevant institute (e.g., ICE, IStructE).
• Valid CSCS card.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and industry-standard design tools.

Package

• Excellent Remuneration
• Company Vehicle
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Life Cover
• Share Plans

Additional considerations include location preferences for candidates from the North East or Highland areas, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Please Note: Applicants must possess the relevant Right to Work documentation for the UK, as Visa Sponsorship isn't available at this time.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion

We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our client base and Orion Group. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and ensure an inclusive, respectful workplace for all employees, regardless of employment status.