Design Production Manager

Alexander Associates; Lewes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Design Production Manager to lead design initiatives in the water sector. This full-time permanent role offers the chance to oversee project delivery and enhance design procedures while working in a flexible hybrid environment. The ideal candidate will have significant management experience, a strong focus on results, and the ability to motivate a team. Join a dynamic team where your leadership can make a real impact on water and wastewater treatment processes. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply today!

Qualifications

• Significant experience in team management within design and build.
• Proven track record in design delivery and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Design Leadership Team and manage resources effectively.
• Lead recruitment and ensure design team competency.

Skills

Team Management

Design Production Management

Earned Value Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

IT Proficiency

Resource Management

Process Improvement

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Advanced Excel

Teams

SharePoint

ProjectWise

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Design Production Manager to join their team working in the water sector. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership position and oversee design progress at a Framework level. As Design Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects, managing resources, and continuously improving design procedures. This is a full-time permanent position with flexibility for hybrid working.

Responsibilities:

1. Actively contribute to the Design Leadership Team and collaborate with stakeholders.
2. Report on design progress at the Framework level.
3. Oversee resource management across the Framework, ensuring the team is adequately staffed to meet project needs.
4. Lead the recruitment and onboarding process for design staff.
5. Assure design team competency and coordinate ongoing training needs.
6. Ensure competency for specialist outsourced designers and supply chain designers.
7. Lead the development and improvement of design procedures and own the internal Design Management Audit process.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Significant line/team management experience within a Design and Build environment.
2. Practical experience managing design production, including Earned Value Analysis (CPI/SPI).
3. Proven track record of successful design delivery, along with experience in procedural and process improvements.
4. Strong experience in profiling resource demand and managing the recruitment and onboarding of design staff.
5. A positive, results-driven, flexible approach with the ability to influence and motivate others.
6. A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
7. IT proficiency, including MS Office, advanced Excel, Teams, SharePoint (ProjectWise experience is desirable but not essential).
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
9. Educated to Degree level in an engineering discipline.
10. Experience in Joint Ventures (preferred).
11. Water sector experience, with a good understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.
12. Familiarity with BIM and digital delivery practices.
13. A full UK driving licence.

Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this role.

Apply today or get in touch for more information.