Design Manager

Randstad Staffing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Design Manager to work with a highly regarded contractor on a major project in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving solutions to client problems and managing technical risks related to design and construction. A strong background in civil engineering and proven leadership abilities are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager in the infrastructure sector, focusing on heavy civils projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, and industry standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities with a track record of driving high-performance teams.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Proactively drive and develop solutions to client problems.
• Manage technical risks on projects related to design and construction.
• Develop and maintain design programs aligned with the construction.

Skills

design management

Education

BEng civil engineering

Job description

Randstad are currently recruiting a Design Manager to work with a very highly regarded tier 1 contractor on a major project in London.

Responsibilities

• Proactively drive and develop solutions to our client's problems
• Manage the technical risks on projects in relation to design and construction
• Develop and maintain the design programme, aligned, and linked to the construction
• Lead on design change control in collaboration with the commercial team
• Drive the application of digital engineering and BIM objectives
• Ensure technical compliance of design submissions

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Design Manager in the infrastructure sector, with a focus on heavy civils projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, and industry standards.
• Knowledge/experience of M&E interface.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of driving high-performance teams.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build strong relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.

If this is something that might take your interest, please submit your CV

Skills

• design management

Qualifications

• CSCS

Education

• BEng civil engineering

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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