Design Manager

Highways; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and oversee all design aspects of infrastructure projects, ensuring innovative, efficient, and compliant solutions. The role requires strong leadership, a Civil/Structural background, and a track record managing complex projects.

Responsibilities include directing design teams, overseeing the lifecycle, and ensuring adherence to codes and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is highly preferred.
• 8–10 years in infrastructure design with 3–5 years in leadership/management roles.
• Experience managing complex infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, water, urban development).

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a design team of engineers and drafters.
• Oversee the full design lifecycle from concept to construction support.
• Ensure all deliverables meet project requirements and codes.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to define scope and design.
• Conduct technical reviews of drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Identify and mitigate design risks and manage budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Stay updated on design technologies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Technical design knowledge

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Design software literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

SAP2000

ETABS

Revit

Job description

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!

Job Summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED is seeking an experienced and dynamic Design Manager to lead and oversee all design aspects of our infrastructure projects, ensuring innovative, efficient, and compliant solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of design engineers and drafters, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Oversee the complete design lifecycle of infrastructure projects, from conceptualization and feasibility studies through detailed design, tender documentation, and construction support.
• Ensure all design deliverables meet project requirements, industry standards, relevant codes, regulations, and AUREOS's quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, stakeholders, and other internal/external teams to define project scope, objectives, and design parameters.
• Conduct technical reviews and approvals of design drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.
• Identify and mitigate design risks, proactively addressing potential issues and implementing solutions.
• Manage design budgets, schedules, and resources effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time and within cost.
• Stay abreast of the latest design technologies, software, and industry best practices to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
• Prepare and present design progress reports and technical documentation to clients and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all design activities.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional accreditation is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in infrastructure design, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record in managing complex infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, water treatment plants, wastewater systems and/or urban development.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, SAP2000, ETABS, Revit).
• Excellent understanding of engineering principles, design codes, and standards (e.g., IS, BS, AASHTO, Eurocodes).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Aureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.