Design Manager (Bridges) - Major Projects - Old Oak Common, London - London

Balfour Beatty; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Design Manager (Bridges) for the Old Oak Common development in London. This role involves overseeing the timely delivery of quality designs, coordinating with construction teams, and managing technical submissions for a major infrastructure project. Join a leading company in shaping the future of UK rail with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Smart working with flexibility

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in Design Management or Engineering Management.
• Proficiency in English Communication (Verbal and Written).

Responsibilities

• Develop and compile technical change design packages.
• Manage delivery of technical submissions from contractors.
• Coordinate between design and construction teams.

Skills

Design Management

Engineering Management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dedicated and skilled Design Manager (Bridges) to join our amazing Major projects team to work at our iconic Old Oak Common development in London.

HS2s new c. 1 billion Old Oak Common station will become the UKs best-connected rail
station once completed. Our Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA joint venture will be responsible for the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station in Northwest London.

The construction of the HS2 station's heavy civils infrastructure is nearing completion here at the Old Oak Common site, baseline detailed design is accepted by the client and the appointment of the suppliers to build the integrated station is nearing completion.

To enable existing railway corridor to be re-aligned, the rail supporting structures need to be rebuilt.

As a Design Manager (Bridges) your involvement will be in the timely delivery of quality assured designs by the consultants, in coordination with the construction teams and stakeholders. The package interfaces with other works in the same constrained zone, namely bridge replacements and interim and end state highway realignment works.

What you'll be doing

Key responsibilities will be:

• Develop and compile with consultants technical change design packages to the project's program and key dates
• Manage delivery of technical submissions from Work Package contractor
• Manage the coordination between design and construction teams and subcontractors
• Support the Engineering, BIM and Technical Assurance (sub) teams to achieve Code 1 Acceptance of all Design Deliverables

Who we're looking for

What might we be looking for?

• Engineering degree or demonstrated abilities from a successful career in this field
• Expertise in Design Management or Engineering Management
• Proficiency in English Communication (Both Verbal and Written)

Ready to make a difference?

Join us in shaping the future of UK rail. Apply now and be part of this extraordinary journey!

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [e-mail]