Senior Design Manager Rivers and Coastal

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Design Manager for exciting engineering projects. Join a diverse team focused on river and coastal engineering while delivering top-notch design solutions. You will collaborate with teams to navigate project complexities, ensuring adherence to high standards and innovative practices.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of leave plus bank holidays

Access to training and development programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading design delivery on multidisciplinary projects.
• Familiarity with UK design standards and practices.
• Ability to use nature-based strategies in engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality technical design work following standards.
• Prepare briefs and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage project risks and adhere to quality assurance standards.

Skills

Knowledge of coastal defenses

Project risk management

Collaborative problem-solving

Education

Chartered Civil Engineer

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Senior Design Manager Rivers and Coastal, Bristol

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a23d02575ff0

Job Views: 9

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. We promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

As a Senior Design Manager, you'll play a vital role in design management on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in river and coastal engineering across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, and Cities & Development. We deliver industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including client-side support and construction phases. If you're passionate about this industry, we’d love to talk to you.

We have opportunities in our offices in Epsom, Peterborough, Bristol, Exeter, Swansea, Birmingham, and Manchester.

Your Purpose:

• Deliver high-quality technical design work following relevant standards and codes.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Manage project risks effectively.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring:

• Chartered Civil Engineer.
• Experience leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary and Design & Build projects.
• Knowledge of coastal defenses, flood walls, embankments, weirs, hydraulic structures, culverts, scour protection, access, accessibility, and construction logistics.
• Familiarity with UK design standards, guidance, and practices.
• Ability to deliver traditional and environmentally focused solutions using nature-based strategies.
• Commercial, contractual, and program management experience.

What we offer:

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Our flexible policies mean no fixed hours, no requirement for full-time contracts, and the possibility to work remotely.

Rewards include a competitive salary, 25 days of leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits depend on experience and qualifications.

We are AtkinsRéalis. Our benefits include access to extensive training and development programs, supporting professional growth and membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, which depends on UKSV vetting processes. Candidates must have resided in the UK for at least 5 years. Please do not mention or include existing security clearances in your application.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks to support staff from all backgrounds. We value applications from all demographics.

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