Lead Rail Design & BIM Delivery Director

Costain; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure firm is seeking a Principal Design Manager to oversee all design aspects on a major HS2 project in Greater London. You will lead design teams and ensure delivery is on time and meets all technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in design management within the infrastructure sector, a Bachelor's degree, and professional accreditation. This role emphasizes collaborative working, quality assurance, and innovative problem-solving in the context of sustainable and efficient design solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing infrastructure design projects.
• Strong understanding of contractual processes, especially NEC4 PSC.
• Demonstrable history of leadership in design and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and manage subcontractors on major infrastructure projects.
• Oversee quality control of designs to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Collaborative working

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree / Engineering or management apprenticeship

Chartered member of professional institute

Project Management training

Job description

A leading UK infrastructure firm is seeking a Principal Design Manager to oversee all design aspects on a major HS2 project in Greater London. You will lead design teams and ensure delivery is on time and meets all technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in design management within the infrastructure sector, a Bachelor's degree, and professional accreditation. This role emphasizes collaborative working, quality assurance, and innovative problem-solving in the context of sustainable and efficient design solutions.