Design Manager – Contract Brighton (Falmer) Inside IR35 Negotiable Day RateWe’re working with a leading national construction and infrastructure business who are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join their team on a contract basis in Brighton (Falmer).
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of design delivery for a portfolio of technically complex and high-profile projects.
Location: Brighton (Falmer)
Day Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35)
Hours: 40 per week
Contract Type: Ongoing
The RoleAs Design Manager, you’ll lead and manage engineering design delivery across multiple projects, ensuring designs are technically robust, commercially efficient, and aligned with project goals. You’ll be the main point of contact for all design matters, collaborating closely with engineering teams, consultants, and construction partners.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage design delivery across assigned projects from definition through to handover
Ensure design teams and consultants develop safe, cost-effective, and buildable solutions
Oversee design quality assurance and implement “right-first-time” design practices
Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to optimise methodologies and outputs
Support project planning, risk management, and value engineering activities
Drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across design stages
Manage and mentor multidisciplinary design teams to achieve delivery excellence
About You
Chartered Engineer (or working towards) with a degree-level qualification in an engineering discipline
Proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary design projects
Strong background in engineering design, construction, and project management
Experience within the water or utilities sector is highly advantageous
Excellent communication skills and ability to engage confidently with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong leadership, organisation, and influencing skills
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