Design Manager

Tribuild; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor in the North of England seeks a Design Manager to oversee the design lifecycle of rail projects. Based in York, you will ensure design accuracy and coordination among teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and proven experience in design management within major infrastructure. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £65,000 along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Matched pension contributions (up to 6%)

Bonus scheme

Car or allowance

Private healthcare option

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within rail or major infrastructure.
• Strong civil engineering background preferred.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle on multi-disciplinary rail projects.
• Coordinate design interfaces between civils, structures, and M&E teams.
• Review design documentation for buildability and compliance.

Skills

Design Management

Civil Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Technical Accuracy Review

Job description

We're recruiting for a Design Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering multi-disciplinary rail and infrastructure projects across the North of England.

Based in York, you'll be involved in a variety of schemes including stations, FRC/structures, M&E installations, lifts, fire systems, and telecoms. The focus is on civil engineering and ensuring the design process runs smoothly from early stages through to construction and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle on multi-disciplinary rail projects
• Coordinate design interfaces between civils, structures, and M&E teams
• Review design documentation for buildability, compliance, and technical accuracy
• Lead design meetings and manage consultant and subcontractor deliverables
• Provide technical input and support to project teams throughout construction

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within rail or major infrastructure
• Strong civil engineering background (stations, structures, or heavy civils preferred)
• Excellent coordination, stakeholder, and communication skills
• Based in, or commutable to, York

Package

• Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
• Matched pension contributions (up to 6%)
• Bonus scheme
• Car or allowance
• Private healthcare option

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Tier 1 contractor offering long-term career stability, high-profile projects, and clear progression opportunities.

Please apply with an updated CV.