Senior Design Manager

TN United Kingdom; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading civil engineering firm as a Senior Design Manager, where you will oversee design management for significant projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver comprehensive design services while working on innovative engineering solutions across various sectors. With a commitment to fairness and inclusion, the company values diverse backgrounds and encourages all candidates to apply. Enjoy competitive rewards, professional development, and a supportive work environment, making this position a perfect fit for those passionate about design and engineering.

Benefits

Annual leave plus an extra day off on your birthday

Private medical care

Pension

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience with design processes and engineering procedures.
• Ability to lead sustainable design services during project stages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Design Management and Compliance for major projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for design-related inquiries.

Skills

Design Management

Construction Project Management

Knowledge of CAD Systems

Bidding and Winning Work

Education

HND/HNC/Degree or equivalent qualification

Membership of relevant Professional Institute (e.g., CIOB)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Senior Design Manager at VolkerFitzpatrick

VolkerFitzpatrick, a leader in civil engineering, infrastructure, and building services, is seeking a Senior Design Manager for our project at Brize Norton. You will serve as the primary contact for Design, overseeing Design Management and Compliance for this major project.

About You

• Experience working for a main contractor on construction projects, ideally completed to high standards
• Knowledge of Design & Engineering Procedures
• Understanding of design processes, CAD systems, drawings, and models
• HND/HNC/Degree or equivalent qualification
• Membership of relevant Professional Institute, e.g., CIOB
• Ability to lead and deliver professional, comprehensive, and sustainable design services during Bid/Delivery stages
• Experience with single-stage tenders and preferred terms work procurement routes
• Experience in bidding and winning work

We encourage candidates whose experience doesn't match every requirement to apply, as you may be the perfect fit for our team.

Why Work with Us?

Part of VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick delivers innovative engineering solutions across various sectors, including rail, highways, airports, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We provide our staff with unrivalled resources and expertise, along with competitive rewards and benefits.

• Annual leave plus an extra day off on your birthday
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Private medical care, pension, life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme, vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme, mental and physical health support, 24/7 Virtual GP

Our Commitment to Fairness and Inclusion

We promote a culture of fairness, inclusion, and respect, ensuring all team members can thrive regardless of background. If you need support with your application, please contact us.

Additional Information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly. Please refrain from sending speculative CVs; no fees are applicable for unsolicited submissions. All inquiries should be directed appropriately.

VolkerWessels UK maintains a safe and healthy working environment. A drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff.