Design Manager
Location: London
Salary: £75,000-£85,000
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the delivery of design services across forward programming, feasibility studies, detailed design, works pricing, procurement, and project handover. This role emphasises sustainable design, innovation, and operational excellence, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Manage the full project lifecycle, from design to construction and closeout.
·Ensure compliance with DMRB, NEC3 contracts, and Health & Safety legislation.
·Build strong client relationships, advising on key risks and issues.
·Lead and mentor a high-performing team, including graduates and apprentices.
·Drive cost efficiencies, financial reporting, and adherence to corporate processes.
·Promote innovation and best practices in project delivery.
 
Candidate Requirements
·Chartered Engineer (Civil Engineering) or equivalent, with NEC Project Manager certification.
·Significant senior management experience in highways or TMC environments.
·Strong knowledge of highway works, maintenance, and DMRB standards.
·Proven ability to manage risks, negotiate effectively, and deliver sustainable solutions.
·Experience in financial oversight, including cost and value reporting.
 
Key Competencies:
·Ability to clearly advise clients on project risks and service delivery in written and verbal formats.
·Skilled in negotiating with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, and third parties on technical, programme, and commercial aspects.
·Proven track record in delivering innovation and implementing best practices.
·Strong leadership in training and developing graduates and apprentices.
·Experience in financial reporting, including cost, value, and turnover.
 
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876 069 for more information.
 
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Please submit your CV to Patrick.gray@carringtonwest.com