Design Manager - Highways

Design Manager - Civil Engineering Permanent Position in Didcot, Oxfordshire

Are you a seasoned professional seeking a new challenge in civil engineering design management? We have an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager to join our dynamic team in Didcot, Oxfordshire, overseeing a major �120 million highways project.

Benefits:

• Car Allowance
• Salary negotiable - �65,000
• Subsidised Private Medical Cover
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Contributory Pension
• 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Role Overview: As a Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing design and technical teams, ensuring the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects. Your expertise in design principles, highways infrastructure, and project management will be essential to drive efficiency and excellence in our operations.

Requirements:

• Experience in design or construction of Civil Engineering infrastructure, particularly in the Highways sector
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and applications
• Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant subject; HND/HNC with significant highways experience will also be considered
• Knowledge of design and/or construction of temporary works is highly desirable
• Chartership or working towards it is a plus
• Full UK driving licence required

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing permanent and temporary works designs for live projects and tenders
• Ensuring the design process focuses on buildability and efficiency
• Coordinating design deliverables schedule with designers
• Liaising with tender and project teams to meet design expectations
• Managing design programmes and incorporating them into overall project timelines
• Fulfilling Principal Designer duties as per CDM Regulations
• Providing technical input for tender submissions and live projects
• Introducing improvements and innovations as appropriate

Why Join Us: Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to excellence in civil engineering. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, contribute your expertise, and grow professionally in a supportive environment.

If you're ready to take on this exciting role as a Design Manager and make a significant impact in the industry, we encourage you to apply now.
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