Design Lead

The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.
The Design Manager will be based on site in our offices at Elephant & Castle, London for 3 days a week.

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Design Manager to join our Old Oak Common Station project team as part of the Anthro JV (Egis and VVB Engineering).

As a Design Manager, you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail station building services design and coordination.

Responsible for providing a clear vision and team direction by leading a high-performing team through the effective management, development and empowerment of staff
Manage internal and external resources to produce outputs/deliverables in line with contract requirements and client expectations
Establish and manage Technical Assurance processes, in line with project and client requirements, and rail industry norms and best practice
Retain full control of project programmes, interrogate supply chain programmes and challenge slippage. Set and maintain high standards in the production of design deliverables, ensuring information is clear and concise, and risk free. Proactively review design documentation to ensure construction risks are mitigated at the design stage
Manage the engineering team for production of design drawings, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with British Standards & Eurocodes, across projects ranging from GRIP 1 to GRIP 5 / RIBA 2 to 5 / ES1-3.
Manage the production and coordination of design information in a 3D environment to BIM Standards
Manage CDM and CSM-REA requirements and processes, ensuring risks are mitigated As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP)
Produce and maintain design trackers
Liaise with Project Managers and Commercial Managers to produce and issue project communications e.g. Coordinate and manage engineering activities so they result in affordable solutions and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality
Be responsible for the consistency of the deliverables across your projects
Review, evaluate and implement rail industry standards to ensure compliance of the engineering deliverables to the standards
Promote sustainable design and development
Promotion and implementation of digital solutions and innovation across Egis projects
Share knowledge, lessons learned, and innovation across Egis Group technical communities and projects

Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
~ 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering / Technical functions, working in Design Management, with at least 2 years’ experience in the rail industry
~ Proven capability in managing design for rail projects, especially in multi-disciplinary environments
~ Exemplary management skills with the ability to support, mentor and manage a project team of engineers and technicians
~ Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
~ Proven capability in managing design interfaces and integration processes
~ Experience of design assurance requirements & processes
~ Accountable for reviewing and completion of DRN comments for WPP and Design Reviews, Form C/Form G/Form A/B, or equivalent
~ Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and excellent commercial awareness
~ Proficient at leading meetings and presenting to clients, stakeholders, colleagues, subcontractors, suppliers etc.
~ Good understanding of MEPHFC systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective
~ Being committed to professional development, staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in rail design and engineering, integrating them into project designs as appropriate


In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

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