Senior Design Manager

VolkerWessels UK; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering and construction is looking for a Senior Design Manager to oversee design management on diverse projects. The role involves ensuring project alignment with design schedules while leveraging innovative engineering solutions. The company values fairness and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment and a range of competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Private medical care

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 Virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Design Management from a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Understanding of modern methods of construction and off-site manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver design management across various projects.
• Ensure alignment with the project’s design programme and deliverable schedule.

Skills

Design Management

Construction

Communication

Job description

Job Opportunity: Senior Design Manager

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure, and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation’s life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, and maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial, and educational buildings.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Design Manager to work on multiple projects within our Build division. You will be responsible for managing and delivering design management across a variety of Design & Build projects in the Industrial & Logistics, Commercial, and Life Sciences sectors, ensuring alignment with the project’s design programme and deliverable schedule.

About You

• Solid experience in Design Management from a Tier 1 Main Contractor
• Construction experience within a Build environment
• Understanding of modern methods of construction and off-site manufacture
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken

If your experience doesn’t match every requirement perfectly, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right candidate for us.

Why Work With Us?

VolkerFitzpatrick is part of VolkerWessels UK, a multidisciplinary contractor delivering innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airports, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By leveraging the expertise of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, we ensure our staff provide exceptional resources and knowledge to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, reflecting the value we place on our employees.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave plus an additional day off on your birthday
• Private medical care
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping, restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities with comprehensive skills-based training
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Support for mental health, physical health, and finances
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Our Commitment to Fairness, Inclusion, and Respect

We are dedicated to fostering an environment of fairness, inclusion, and respect. Our teams can be themselves and thrive, regardless of their background.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at [e-mail].

Additional Information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly. If you are a PSL agency, please note we will contact you if this role is available for agency support. We do not accept speculative CVs; all inquiries should be directed to the email above.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining safe and healthy working conditions. A drugs and alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff.