Engineering Manager – Major Infrastructure Project (London)
Location: South East London
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Design & Engineering
Carmichael UK are delighted to present a career-defining opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join one of the UK’s most prestigious infrastructure programmes. This £1.2 billion project includes the delivery of 43 bridges (including several large viaducts), 17km of complex highways construction, significant utility diversions, and an industry-leading approach to carbon reduction.
The Role
As Engineering Manager, you will provide engineering and design management, leadership, and control of a multi-disciplinary project team. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring engineering excellence is delivered across all phases of this flagship programme.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading on engineering solution development across multiple disciplines to drive value engineering during the design phase.
Ensuring buildability and safety reviews are embedded throughout design development.
Overseeing integration of Temporary Works into scheme design.
Providing technical support to commercial teams during procurement.
Supporting quality compliance across specifications and standards.
Contributing to programme progress reporting, both short and long-term.
Continuously reviewing designs to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and cost savings.
Managing design change processes, ensuring impacts are minimised and communicated effectively.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
Proven experience in design management, solution development, and value engineering.
Strong track record in Design Co-ordination and Temporary Works design.
Experience leading major civil engineering operations, including phasing and contingency planning.
Demonstrable experience on large-scale infrastructure or civils projects.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
Full driving licence and CSCS card.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
42 core base hours per week
25 days annual leave
Generous pension savings scheme
Employee discounts and rewards package
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and build your career with a market-leading team