Depot Design Manager

Job Description

Depot Design Manager

Reports to: Engineering Director

Location: London Office and Buckinghamshire

About Ferrovial Construction

Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested, with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years of experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through four divisions: Airports, Highways, Construction, and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial is committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions to create value for society, clients, investors, and employees. Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK manages seven major infrastructure projects across the UK, including HS2 Enabling works, HS2 Main Works, Silvertown Tunnel (STT), Heathrow (H7), Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE), and Farringdon Station.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage the overall design delivery of the Calvert Infrastructure Maintenance Depot, from Scheme Design through Detailed Design, fabrication/manufacturing designs, construction, and As-built stage.
2. Coordinate and lead the design for the Calvert IMD (Buildings, railway elements, and facilities), supervising Designers and specialist design subcontractors/suppliers during design, construction, and handover. Ensure integration of PW and TW design stages, design assurance, and digital deliverables, aligned with project timelines, costs, and client requirements.
3. Prepare design deliverables to secure Permanent Works consents, coordinating with Temporary Works designs and engaging with Stakeholders/Consenting team/individuals to support obtaining such permissions.
4. Attend weekly meetings with the construction team, broader design team, and client in Birmingham, Calvert, and/or London. Chair meetings for Calvert IMD design issues and manage mitigation strategies.
5. Support and coordinate with the Calvert construction team on design issues, engaging key subcontractors, Designers, and suppliers regarding fabrication designs.
6. Assist the client in identifying changes, risks, and opportunities, aiming for efficiencies and cost savings. Lead the assessment of optimizations and liaise with commercial, planning, and design delivery teams.
7. Provide technical input and support for commercial communications such as SNCs, NCRs, CEs, and Departures.
8. Work closely with the Engineering Director, Track design lead, and delivery directors to ensure integrated, on-time, and client-compliant design delivery, managing interfaces effectively.
9. Manage all internal and external interfaces to ensure a constructible and integrated design, evidencing interface management.
10. Review and report on design delivery performance, including cost, program, scope, progress, change, compliance, and governance, in collaboration with project controls and commercial teams.
11. Oversee technical assurance during design, construction, and handover, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations.

Key Skills and Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or Architecture.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, zoning regulations, building systems, and site requirements.
• Experience managing railway depot designs or large railway station buildings.
• Understanding of architectural, MEP, and railway engineering disciplines and their coordination.
• Experience managing designers, liaising with third parties, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Please note that this job description does not cover all activities, and employees may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties.

Ferrovial values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities, fostering an inclusive team from various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.