Design Manager (Buildings / Structural)

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A joint venture in asset management seeks a Structural Engineer in Portsmouth. You will manage design teams and develop strategic requirements. A degree in Structural Engineering is required along with proven experience in the field. Join us in supporting the safety and sustainability of the UK Defence sector while enjoying a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Access to discounts programme

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible parental benefits

Professional career development

Qualifications

• Experience in structural design in a relevant industry.
• Familiarity with multiple projects and construction materials.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed Statements of Requirements (SOR).
• Manage multi-discipline design teams and processes.
• Conduct structural surveys and provide repair specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Mentorship

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Overview

Location: Portsmouth (HM Naval Base)

Service Area: Asset Management

Hours of Work: 37 per week

What you’ll be doing

• Reporting to the Senior Structural Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing the client’s strategic requirement into a detailed Statement of Requirements (SOR) addressing performance, dependencies, test and commissioning, applicable standards/regulations, and acceptance criteria.
• Build, develop, and manage multi-discipline internal and external design teams; manage the design process factoring in timescales and feasibility of design elements in practice.
• Conduct structural surveys, provide reports and repair specifications, ensure designs align to the client’s strategic and environmental objectives (including Net Zero Carbon), and actively offer innovations to support these objectives.
• Support and advise the client regarding design elements to maximise relationships and delivery.

You’ll Have

• A Degree in Structural Engineering and structural design experience in a relevant industry.
• Familiarity with multiple projects; exposure to construction materials, the full engineering lifecycle, and competent knowledge of all engineering, procurement, and construction aspects of delivering projects.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, British Standards, and Eurocodes.

About you

• Strong communication and established negotiation abilities, with the ability to listen, clarify, Be concise, and be persuasive during any stage of the design project.
• Presentation skills to convey concepts and lengthy work streams clearly, concisely, and in visually appealing formats for the target audience.
• Ability to confidently deliver mentorship and support other engineers, particularly those less experienced.

You’ll get

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group income protection
• Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
• Access to internal employee assistance network
• Continued professional career development
• Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
• Occupational Health & Wellbeing Service
• 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard

Application process

Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Friday 10 October 2025 with interviews scheduled to commence week commencing Monday 13 October 2025.

About Us

At KBS Maritime, we’re an exciting and dynamic joint venture between BAE Systems and KBR. We provide Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP). With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, KBS Maritime works on projects that contribute to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK Defence and Security sectors.

We value our people and operate with a small-business ethos, empowering our team members to succeed.