Design Lead

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Network Plus Services Full time

Design Manager Lead the engineering design delivery on Clean and Waste water projects across our Design and Build Contracts
Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including process, mechanical, civil / structural, electrical, instrumentation, control and survey from a mix of internal and external designers
Monitor leading industry practices, recommend new design approaches, and identify upcoming trends and new businesses opportunities
Undertake the role of Principal Designer Representative on project(s) where required, ensuring design information is being suitable managed and communicated to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations
Develop high-quality concepts, working with team on iterations and design, actively seek feedback from Creative and Business stakeholders
Manage the design process for projects from conception at notional solution stage, through ECI and pre-construction, support on construction phase through to post-construction and project handover/completion where applicable
Managing all design phases of projects, including project set-up, programming, design, and construction administration
Collaborate with both internal design team, client design team and external consultants to execute creative projects
Lead on the interpretation and communication of policy, legislation, standards and codes of practices within civil engineering, drainage, landscaping and construction. Provide expert advice to internal and external project teams and help shape standards for workmanship and products used in infrastructure, to deliver effective and efficient projects
Review and liaise with Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works
Evaluate existing provision and monitor service developments to recommend large scale service improvements for decision by senior management e.g. reviewing service delivery models
Review management information on the performance of the team and the wider Design and Construction Service objectives and implement improvements
Lead at a high level on the design and delivery of Civil programmes to achieve milestones and resolve service issues. This includes initiating and scoping improvement projects that are not solely engineering related but on a wider countywide service improvement and leading on the design of objectives
Responding to and resolving issues with external parties such as the Client, third party organisations, sub-contractors, supply chain and wider strategic stakeholders
Lead, develop and promote a culture of continual professional development of all staff at each level.Supervise, coach, and provide leadership and guidance to existing design staff along with leading on building a design team in the future
Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts that Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties
Represent the Company at external forums, conferences and meetings to build professional networks and influence wider policy agendas
Significant experience at senior management level; managing design programme and deliverables for large and/or complex civil engineering operations and services
managing projects and teams outside of direct line management
Initial strategy, policy and procedural development and implementation across clean and waste water design and delivery
Innovative and creative management of services within a changing and challenging financial environment to provide Water Projects
Management and development of teams to ensure high quality service delivery within an uncertain environment
Understanding and knowledge of relevant Civil Engineering specifications that apply to the water industry
Developed understanding of company service strategy and objectives with translation and implementation at local level with the design service
Strong project and change management skills
Further develop the core capabilities of the engineering team by developing training and career plans for members of the team, identifying and filling gaps in expertise and talent
Network Plus at a Glance
Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UKs major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater
We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
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