Job Description
Design Manager – Highways Projects (Wolverhampton)
Location: Wolverhampton
Role Type: Permanent
Project Type: Highways / Civil Engineering
About the Role
Taylor Woodrow is seeking an experienced Design Manager to work on major highways projects across the Northern Region. You will take ownership of contractor-led permanent works design, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and cost‑effective solutions.
This is a key role within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team delivering essential infrastructure that supports local communities and the UK’s transport network.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage permanent works design across highways projects.
* Oversee design subcontractors to ensure compliant, high‑quality, and cost‑efficient outputs.
* Develop, implement, and maintain project‑specific Design Management Plans.
* Drive design compliance with ISO 9001, Client requirements, and relevant industry standards.
* Facilitate multidisciplinary design coordination and approve design deliverables.
* Ensure robust technical assurance, including reviews, checks, and completeness of information.
* Embed Design for Health & Safety principles throughout all design stages.
* Support compliance with CDM regulations, Engineering Safety Management, and CSM where applicable.
* Challenge designs to eliminate or minimise construction risk.
* Administer design subcontracts and contractual obligations relating to contractor’s design.
* Monitor design progress against cost, programme, and performance targets.
* Manage design change and maintain clear, auditable records.
* Support implementation of project BIM strategies and BIM Execution Plans.
* Champion digital engineering and its value in design and construction.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Design Manager within highways, civils, or major infrastructure.
* Strong understanding of design assurance, British Standards, and Client frameworks.
* Skilled at managing design teams and fostering a collaborative working environment.
* Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
* Knowledge of BIM processes and design digitalisation.
* A proactive approach to Value Engineering and Design for Safety.