Design Project Manager

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead the pre-construction phase of projects. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and delivering quality outputs. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in project leadership. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design, commercial, or project leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management, and cost control.
• Track record of delivering successful projects with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and control the pre-construction phase with clients.
• Manage complex multi-disciplinary consultants and design packages.
• Ensure compliance with assurance, governance, and review processes.
• Monitor and control project costs, forecasts, and supply chain performance.

Skills

Design management

Project leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

Design Project Manager

The Role

To lead or support the pre-construction phase of schemes, developing construction-ready plans and shaping projects to achieve robust technical solutions, enhanced margins, and reduced risk. Ensuring risks and constraints are identified and incorporated into bids and contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and control the pre-construction phase with clients to secure sustainable design and build contracts.
• Manage complex multi-disciplinary consultants and design packages.
• Chair and record weekly progress meetings, providing reports and dashboards to clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and change control processes.
• Ensure compliance with assurance, governance, and review processes, producing all required deliverables.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver against pre-construction budgets and programmes.
• Co-ordinate site investigations, surveys, and early construction planning activities (e.g., procurement, consents, design).
• Collaborate with internal teams (HSEQ, operations, maintenance) and external stakeholders.
• Produce and manage project plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Take accountability for engineering solutions and designs, producing briefs and evaluating outputs.
• Lead design reviews to ensure safety, buildability, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Manage temporary and permanent works interfaces and respond to technical queries from project teams.
• Support bid teams by advising on risks, opportunities, and client requirements.
• Promote innovation, new techniques, and best practices across design and construction phases.
• Monitor and control project costs, forecasts, and supply chain performance during pre-construction.
• Manage contracts with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring quality delivery.
• Oversee procurement of plant and materials in line with company procedures.
• Ensure HSE compliance under CDM2015, managing pre-construction investigations and surveys.
• Drive quality assurance to deliver accurate surveys, investigations, and pre-construction outputs.

Key Measures of Success

• Successful delivery of the pre-construction phase leading to sustainable main contract awards.

About You

Essential

• Proven experience in design, commercial, or project leadership roles.
• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management, and cost control.
• Ability to use Primavera P6 (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and team management skills, with the ability to influence and mentor.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Track record of delivering successful projects with minimal guidance.

Desirable

• Professional qualification or membership with a relevant institution.
• Experience with Affinity Water-related projects