We're looking for a Design Manager to join our Utilities team based in Falmer, Brighton to lead and manage engineering design delivery for assigned water projects on our new 7-year, c£1bn framework with Southern Water.
Location : Falmer Brighton - remote working available, with weekly travel to the office required
Contract : Permanent, Fulltime
As a Design Manager, you'll provide expert engineering support to the design and construction of the Southern Water portfolio of non-infrastructure, water and wastewater projects. Spearheading and optimising the engineering assurance process for designs prepared by partner at outline design and Capital Delivery partners at tender and construction design
Ensuring that the Engineering D esign team, design consultants and construction partners are developing technically and economically proficient engineering solutions
Implementing design quality procedures upholding right-first-time philosophy adherence
Seeking opportunities in enhancing affordability and value throughout the design process
Maintaining compliance with Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations, managing design-related health and safety risks
This role of Design Manager is great if you have:
Experience of managing and driving a multi-discipline technical engineering team with a proven track record of driving sustainable performance against challenging business targets
Significant knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and a f ull driving licence in order to visit various offices / sites
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