Job Description
Assistant Design Manager required for major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-profile highways, public realm and structures schemes across the Midlands and North of England. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Design Manager to join their team, with a base in Wolverhampton and regular travel to project sites across the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for a design professional with a contractor background who is looking to take the next step in their career and develop within a growing design management function.
Experience Required:
1. Strong design background, ideally from a contractor-side environment
2. Proven ability to read, interpret and review technical drawings
3. Experience managing and coordinating external design consultants
4. Good understanding of construction methods and infrastructure project delivery
5. Degree qualified in a relevant discipline (desirable) or equivalent demonstrable experience
6. Full UK driving licence
Duties include:
7. Managing design coordination across multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects
8. Reviewing drawings, identifying design risks and proposing practical construction-led solutions
9. Liaising with designers and consultants to ensure timely delivery of design information
10. Supporting the Design Manager and working closely with the Assistant Information Manager
11. Contributing to the development and improvement of design management processes
12. Supporting the continued growth and development of the design team
Package & Benefits:
13. Salary: up to £52,000 depending on experience
14. Company car or car allowance
15. Permanent position
16. Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (8am–5pm)
17. Pension scheme
18. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
19. Training and development opportunities
20. Clear career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor
Location & Working Pattern:
21. Based from Wolverhampton
22. Projects across the Midlands and North (including Newcastle, Manchester, Leicester and surrounding areas)
If you are interested in this Assistant Design Manager position, then please apply via this job board.