Design Manager – Civils Design & Build
Full-Time, Office-Based
A forward-thinking civil engineering contractor is seeking a Design Manager to join their growing team, supporting the delivery of design and build civils packages on the Scottish Power Framework.
As part of a wider expansion strategy, this role reports directly to the Senior Design Manager and will help build out the internal design function. You'll work closely with both internal stakeholders and external consultants to manage the full design lifecycle from preconstruction through to delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Managing the full design process on major civils infrastructure projects
Coordinating and liaising with external design consultants and internal teams
Supporting technical input during tender and preconstruction stages
Driving buildability and innovation in design to support efficient project delivery
Ensuring designs meet safety, sustainability, and commercial expectations
Contributing to the growth of a collaborative, office-based design team
Who We’re Looking For:
The business is open-minded on background, with a preference for candidates who can demonstrate strong delivery and coordination experience. You might be:
A Design Manager from a civils contractor ideally with an engineering background
A Design Coordinator or Site Engineer ready to move into an office-based design role
Experienced in managing design processes and external consultants
From a related sector such as rail, power, or housing, with relevant D&B project experience
This is a full-time, office-based position. While hybrid working isn’t currently offered, flexibility is available around school drop-offs, pick-ups, and other personal commitments.
What’s on Offer:
Salary: Open and dependent on experience
Car Allowance: company car option
Pension: competitive scheme
Bonus:
Long-term project pipeline and real career progression
Supportive team environment with scope to grow as the design team expands
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing design and preconstruction team working on major civils infrastructure frameworks. If you want to step into a key role, influence project outcomes early, and grow your career in a supportive, structured environment — we’d love to hear from you.
Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application