Overview
As a Design Manager in the SDF (Service Delivery Framework) Roads team, you will lead the technical delivery of moderately complex projects within the Roads business. Based in the London & South East region, you will manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensure quality and client compliance, and support health and safety practices.
Responsibilities
* Take ownership of successful delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects on the framework.
* Manage and coordinate design teams, effectively communicating with all parties.
* Identify and manage design risks.
* Plan and monitor project performance throughout the project lifecycle.
* Ensure deliverables and milestones are achieved to cost/quality/time targets.
* Provide a Check/Review role for technical work to meet WSP’s quality management requirements.
* Act as line manager and mentor for other staff within the Roads team.
* Champion excellent health and safety practice, including safety in design, site visit safety and compliance with CDM regulations.
* Respond to client directions professionally, maintain and develop relationships with clients, peers, and other influencers to support future business.
Qualifications
* A university degree relevant to civil engineering, construction, design or related discipline.
* Chartered or Incorporated Status (MICE, MCIHT or equivalent) or equivalent demonstrable experience is preferable but not essential.
* Experience of large, technically complex multi-disciplinary airfield civil engineering projects.
* Understanding of the client and business needs when delivering a major project with a focus on achieving margin and contract compliance.
* Knowledge and understanding of construction contracts (e.g., NEC) and processes is preferable but not essential.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Experience working effectively in a team environment and managing complex problem solving.
EEO Statement
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