Falmer, Brighton Hybrid Contract

Kier Group plc is hiring a Design Manager

About the Role

The role involves managing design processes, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring alignment with project goals, technical standards, and client expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and execution of design activities across projects
  • Coordinate input from various design disciplines to ensure integration
  • Ensure designs meet regulatory, safety, and quality requirements
  • Manage relationships with internal teams and external consultants
  • Oversee the development of design documentation and specifications
  • Monitor design progress against project timelines and milestones
  • Identify and mitigate design-related risks and issues
  • Support value engineering and design optimization initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
  • Facilitate design reviews and approval processes
  • Promote innovation and sustainable design solutions
  • Contribute to project bids and early design development
  • Maintain accurate design records and version control
  • Drive continuous improvement in design delivery methods
  • Support digital design tools and BIM implementation

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid working available

Team

Part of the design and project delivery team within a large infrastructure and construction organization

About the Role

This position plays a key role in ensuring that design outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards across diverse construction and infrastructure schemes.

What We Offer

Opportunities for career development, flexible working options, and involvement in high-profile projects across multiple sectors.

Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates

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Kier Group plc
Kier is involved in construction and utilities projects, delivering infrastructure and contract services.
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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category other
Posted 2 days ago