Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.
For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.
Context
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join our growing engineering team. This position within our engineering team will suit a committed and ambitious engineer who can demonstrate strong technical, leadership and interpersonal skills combined with commercial, contractual awareness, delivery experience and the ability to play their part in growing a dynamic high-performance team.
With a focus on infrastructure design delivery the post-holder will support Design and Technical leads, utilising their broad civil, structural, environmental and Intelligent Transport Systems engineering skills to manage tender designs and disciplines during delivery. The post-holders working knowledge of the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (“DMURS”) Ireland Standards, TII guidelines regarding new roads cycle tracks and footpath designs, flood and drainage requirements and familiarity of working on a multi-disciplinary projects will play a key role in developing and being a part of a growing team delivering projects for a diverse portfolio of UK & Irish clients.
The Design Manager will be accountable for the design delivery of allocated engineering work packages or tender design packages, ensuring:
* Establishment and implementation of the Project Plan for allocated work packages
* Establishment and maintenance of forecasts, cost and revenue budgets
* Management and documentation of all fee, programme and scope changes
* Technical delivery of all the specified project outcomes on time, within budget and to the client’s specifications
* Internal and external management between design disciplines including engineering, architectural, planning consultants and construction teams to ensure timely flow of design information and technical accuracy
* Project requirements are fully met and deliverables provided to the highest quality
* Management of technical risk, stakeholder and client interfaces and project requirements
* Good relationships are maintained with all external parties to enhance the reputation of the company
Missions/Main Duties
Working in collaboration with our design teams, project managers, assurance, clients and contract partners, the Design Manager will be involved in a variety of tasks such as:
* Implement systems and procedures to maintain a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to design, construction, commissioning and other activities on relevant projects, compliant with all project requirements and relevant legislation
* Prepare and develop design programmes and monitor design development progress against delivery programme and budgets
* Develop and maintain resource allocation plans against allocated project activities
* Liaise with other design managers, projects and business lead to balance resources across the project
* Apply project controls and procedures to allocated projects
* Support Bid Managers with aspects of Tender Preparation
* Implement contract administration processes, coordinate tender design activities and support the procurement of Design and Build Contractors
* Apply relevant techniques and procedures of quantified and qualitative risk assessment and HAZOP analysis to all projects
* Ensure environmental aspects of all projects are managed in accordance with Environmental Policy
* Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, particularly the CDM Regulations
* Liaise with client, construction and procurement teams to ensure design timescales satisfy overall delivery objectives
* Dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation, influencing the improvement of processes and providing guidance to support project delivery
* Support the construction teams at all stages of the construction process where required
* Development and review of ‘design management’ documentation and ensuring its correct use and application
* Preparation of monthly progress reports and chairing design progress meetings
* Develop and implement projects through from preliminary to detailed design with emphasis on client requirements, value for money and innovation
* Assist and support the Technical Lead or Engineering Manager
* Supervise team members including technical coordinator
* Liaise with and co-ordinate UK and overseas multi-disciplinary design teams
* Assist with contract preparation together with project planning and programming
* Effective management of and response to project related correspondence
* Support procurement in the appointment of contractors as and when required
* Checks to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in its development
* Ensure project requirements are effectively communicated to the team, including any additional client requirements
Profile/Skills
* Degree qualified within a relevant discipline
* Experience of managing the coordinating multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure projects
* Experience managing design delivery programme and to budget
* Broad Design Engineering experience gained on infrastructure projects
* Good understanding of CDM regulations
* Excellent communications skills
* Working experience with ProjectWise and Bentley Systems
* Professional Institution membership
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Why SYSTRA?
Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.
Flexibility
Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.
Diversity & Inclusion
We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.
It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.
Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support, you in your application or interview process please email: reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.
As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role and if you are a returner looking to restart your career after a period outside the workplace – you could be just what we are looking for.
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