Overview
Our client, a prominent civil contractor, is currently seeking a talented Civil Design Manager to support the delivery of the Havant Thicket Reservoir on behalf of Portsmouth Water. This is a permanent position and offers an exciting opportunity to lead the design process for a major infrastructure project from concept through to construction. The role will be site-based, requiring a minimum of 4 days in the site offices in Havant.
Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate all design activities from inception to construction.
* Work closely with internal teams, consultants, and clients to deliver integrated, buildable designs.
* Ensure compliance with NEC4 contracts, CDM regulations, and project governance procedures.
* Support design reviews, technical assurance, and constructability assessments.
* Drive value engineering, innovation, and programme alignment.
* Liaise with regulatory bodies and Panel Engineers under the Reservoirs Act 1975.
Skills/experience/qualifications
* Experience as a Design Manager in heavy civils, Utilities, or infrastructure.
* Strong knowledge of NEC4 contracts and multidisciplinary design coordination.
* Chartered ideally
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience on reservoir or large-scale water infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
Benefits
* Salary circa £75 - 85k depending on experience
* Cash car allowance
* 25 days annual leave
* Pension contributions (3.5% employer / 5.5% employee)
* Flexible working arrangements (site presence for at least 4 days per week)
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