Design Manager

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Engie Full time
Thanks to a strong increase in business activity, we are currently recruiting Design Managers for a permanent position in our Bristol office (partial homeworking possible).

If you are excited about the prospects and opportunities of joining a newly formed UK entity of a global engineering company, helping us grow and deliver our ambitious goal of becoming a key player in the UK nuclear industry, then we would like to hear from you

About Tractebel

TRACTEBEL is a global community of 5000+ imaginative experts, engineering a carbon-neutral future. Through our game-changing solutions for complex energy, urban, nuclear and water projects, we help our clients create a positive impact towards a sustainable world, where people and planet can collectively thrive.

our uk mission

You will join the recently created TRACTEBEL entity in the UK, with ambitious goals and exceptional projects. The entity's mission is to promote TRACTEBEL as a key player in the UK nuclear industry, alongside supporting and working in collaboration with our colleagues across the world.

As well as several prestigious and innovative nuclear research, operation, and decommissioning projects throughout Europe, TRACTEBEL is also contributing to the detailed design of structures on the Nuclear Island at Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC). As well as our flagship projects, TRACTEBEL also has a pipeline of other opportunities in the nuclear industry to feed our expansion in 2024 and 2025.

You will be part of a dynamic, highly motivated and multicultural team. This position is a great opportunity for you to develop your professional and personal skills and work on globally recognised projects.

The OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Design Managers to work on the design of the Sizewell C (SZC) nuclear powerplant, as well as our future pipeline of projects. You will provide your expertise to successfully deliver our projects, in collaboration with clients, contractors, stakeholders and our project teams.

The key responsibilities will include a selection of the following points, depending on your experience and the position you take within our team:
  • Leading project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Developing and executing project plans, including scope, schedule, cost, risk management, and communication plans.
  • Facilitating communication and co-ordination of information to stakeholders, including project team members, clients, and senior management.
  • Supporting and mentoring members of the team, to help them develop individually and to meet our collective goals.
  • Identifying and mitigating project risks.
  • Supporting our Contract Managers in the preparation of claims and variations.
  • Developing strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Supporting the engineering discipline leads, to develop training plans and strategies for increasing our capability in the UK.
Your Profile

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate would meet the following requirements and criteria:
  • Bachelor's or master's in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Design or Technical Management experience, preferably for major projects in highly regulated industry, e.g. nuclear.
  • Background demonstrating strong technical skills in your field of engineering, with experience in delivery technical packages.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire project teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
The following experience is also beneficial:
  • Experience in tender management and bid preparation is not mandatory but beneficial.
  • Experience working in the UK nuclear industry, with appreciation of key stakeholders, clients and regulations.
  • A project management qualification such as PMP, PRINCE2, APM.
What We OFFER
  • Opportunity for a quick career progression in a dynamic and challenging environment.
  • Autonomy and flexible work patterns.
  • Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
  • City centre office, with in-house canteen and gym facilities.
  • Complementary trainings to develop your skills inside our team.
  • Professional membership subscriptions - subscription fees for one relevant professional institute per annum.
  • Support towards attaining chartership.
  • Generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays.
  • Possible international career evolution.
Location

The job is based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

CONTRACT

The contract is for a permanent role.

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