Overview
London Gatwick is seeking an experienced Design Manager with a proven track record in delivering design for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. The role targets projects typically exceeding £150 million in value. The airport’s current projects range from £50m to £350m, including the International Departure Lounge (IDL) in the North and South Terminals and a £140m extension to Pier 6. You will lead the design of strategically important major building projects, ensuring designs meet project requirements, delivering value, and working with stakeholders up to board level and external design consultants to keep projects on track and within budget.
What is the role?
* Reporting to the Programme Design Manager, own the end-to-end design process from project start to completion, including oversight of smaller projects as required.
* Develop project scopes that support business needs.
* Find innovative design solutions that meet project scopes, are deliverable, meet GAL engineering standards, and are cost effective.
* Develop clear and transparent design briefs for external design consultants.
* Manage and review outputs of external design consultants to ensure designs meet quality requirements and align with milestones and governance gates.
* Work with the Asset Information Team and other stakeholders to determine asset information requirements for design and construction contracts.
What are we looking for?
* Previous multi-disciplinary experience in an engineering design or design management role, ideally in a live operational environment with responsibility for delivering safety-critical outcomes on significant multi-year infrastructure programmes (>£150m).
* Demonstrable knowledge of design and construction techniques, technical requirements, and construction regulations; ability to address constructability challenges in major live projects.
* Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams.
* Educated to Degree level or equivalent in an architecture, engineering or construction-related field.
What do I get?
Benefits
* 5% Welcome Bonus
* 20% Bonus
* Performance-based bonus scheme
* Discounts at high street shops and restaurants
* Healthcare scheme
* Life and disability insurance
* Professional training to develop
* Professional subscriptions
* Discounted travel
* Volunteer days
What it's like to work at London Gatwick?
We value diversity, equity and inclusion and aim to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice. We strive for an environment where our people feel comfortable and included.
How to apply
To apply and learn more about working at Gatwick, visit our careers site. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process, please contact us directly.
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