Design Manager
Design Manager – Civil Engineering | £60,000–£80,000 | St Albans 🌟
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Closing Date: 01/08/2025
Start Date: 15/06/2025
Location: St Albans
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Overview:
We are working with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Design Manager for a key infrastructure division based in St Albans. With a strong pipeline of secured projects across water, transport, energy, and the built environment, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical infrastructure work across the UK.
This role offers long-term career progression, structured development, and the chance to work across major frameworks and standalone projects nationwide.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the delivery of robust, compliant technical design solutions in line with project timelines and budgets
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Manage and coordinate internal design teams and external consultants
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Ensure all designs meet statutory and regulatory standards
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Support the delivery of civil, clean water, wastewater, pumping station and pipeline infrastructure schemes
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Develop and control design programmes, design budgets, and change management processes
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Oversee temporary and permanent works design
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Ensure design output complies with internal quality systems and health & safety legislation
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Liaise effectively with project managers, stakeholders, and the wider engineering team
About You:
Essential Skills & Experience:
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Minimum 10 years’ design and design management experience in civil engineering
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Strong background in water infrastructure (e.g. foul water drainage, potable water mains)
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Understanding of BIM and Common Data Environments
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Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
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Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status, or working towards it
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Strong leadership, time management, and organisational abilities
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive salary of £60,000 – £80,000 (dependent on experience)
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Company car/car allowance
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25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + loyalty days
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Private medical insurance
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Life assurance & pension scheme
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Enhanced family leave and flexible working options
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Professional development support and career progression pathways
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Access to employee wellbeing programmes and volunteering days
How to Apply:
If you're a skilled Design Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a leading infrastructure specialist, apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch