Design Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Rowlands Castle; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design process for innovative projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, a strong track record in large civil engineering projects, and familiarity with NEC3/4 contracts. This role includes coordinating design leads and ensuring compliance with technical regulations. Benefits include a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension scheme (up to 10% employer match)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company Car allowance

Disabled Healthcare

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Strong track record managing design on large civil engineering projects.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and technical compliance processes.
• Commercial awareness of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process from concept through construction.
• Coordinate internal design leads and manage external consultants.
• Facilitate design reviews, technical assurance, and constructability assessments.

Skills

Design management

Digital engineering

Value engineering

Multi-discipline coordination

Technical compliance

Education

Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM 360

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Design Manager

Location: Havant, Hampshire

Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + benefits

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join a well-established civil engineering contractor with nearly 100 years of history delivering innovative, sustainable projects across the South Coast. The Civils Design Manager will receive a generous salary up to £85,000 + Car allowance, company bonus, Private Healthcare and fantastic career development.

Job Overview

Lead and manage the design process from concept through construction, ensuring timely delivery of coordinated solutions. Oversee integration of multi-discipline design inputs, facilitating design reviews, technical assurance and constructability assessments. Ensure all design activities comply with NEC4 contract requirements, including submissions, TQs, early warnings, compensation events, and change control. Maintain full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. Drive application of digital engineering, BIM 360, and AutoCAD. Promote value engineering and innovation to enhance project outcomes. Support preparation of Flood Plans, Emergency Drawdown Procedures, Reservoir Safety Reports, and liaise with qualified Panel Engineers under the Reservoirs Act 1975. Act as the primary interface between design, construction, client, and stakeholders. Identify and mitigate design-related risks, maintaining close alignment with the construction programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal design leads and manage external consultants.
• Ensure seamless integration of multiple design disciplines to deliver safe, buildable, and technically compliant solutions.
• Play a pivotal role on high-profile, technically complex projects, including flood defence, reservoir safety, structural concrete, and highways elements.
• Facilitate design reviews, technical assurance, and constructability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with NEC4 contract and CDM 2015 regulations.
• Drive digital engineering practices using BIM 360, AutoCAD, etc.
• Promote value engineering and innovation.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong track record managing design on large civil engineering projects (experience of structural concrete, road construction, flood defence or reservoirs advantageous).
• Commercial awareness of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and technical compliance processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM 360, MS Project or Primavera.
• Experience coordinating external consultants and multi-discipline teams.
• CSCS / SMSTS card desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 depending on experience.
• Pension scheme (up to 10% employer match).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company Car allowance.
• Company phone and discretionary bonus.
• Additional benefits to be discussed at interview.
• Private Healthcare, Car allowance, Bonus etc.