About the Opportunity
NRL is recruiting for a proactive and detail-driven Design Manager / Steelwork Engineer to join one of our key clients, supporting one of the most significant infrastructure developments in the UK's energy sector.
Join a forward-thinking team committed to innovation, safety, and collaboration across complex, large-scale infrastructure projects that deliver real national and international impact.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Design Manager / Steelwork Engineer, you'll take ownership of design delivery across your assigned scope, ensuring the timely production and management of all associated project deliverables. Working within a collaborative team environment, you'll oversee design activities, manage risks, and engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure quality, cost, and programme objectives are met.
Your Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery and coordination of design outputs across designated project buildings.
* Oversee the compilation and review of key design materials, including input data, calculations, technical drawings, reports, and meeting documentation.
* Organise and document meetings, presentations, and design reviews to ensure clear communication and traceability of design changes.
* Manage the preparation and control of formal project documentation, such as Field Change Requests, Requests for Information (RFIs), and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
* Proactively identify and mitigate risks affecting design delivery while maintaining effective engagement with stakeholders.
* Exercise sound engineering judgement to make timely, informed decisions that contribute to successful project outcomes.
* Report directly to the Deputy Delivery Lead, maintaining close collaboration with internal teams and external partners throughout all project phases.
What You'll Need
* Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Mechanical Engineering considered with suitable experience).
* Proven track record in structural steelwork design, adhering to national standards – ideally including Eurocodes.
* Experience working within complex, self-delivery project environments, managing multiple priorities effectively.
* Strong background in project planning, coordination, and execution, ensuring delivery to time and quality standards.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
* Skilled in independent decision-making supported by solid analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
* Sound understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations and their application within engineering projects.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Navisworks, and relevant structural analysis tools (e.g., CEMAR).
Benefits
* Opportunity to work on major nuclear and energy infrastructure programmes with national and international impact.
* Competitive rate of pay and professional development opportunities.
* Collaborative, inclusive, and technically skilled working environment.
* Supportive leadership structure with access to expert guidance and mentorship.
* Flexible working arrangements, depending on project requirements and location.
Location
Bristol.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.
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