Design Manager- Major Infrastructure Project

Our client has been appointed as the Competitively Appointed Provider (CAP) under the Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) model to deliver a major water infrastructure resilience programme in the Northwest of England. This multi-billion-pound infrastructure project will upgrade a critical water supply system serving Greater Manchester and surrounding regions.

Our client is a dynamic, collaborative and purpose-driven organisation focused on delivering a once-in-a-generation infrastructure project. The business promotes a positive, proactive and supportive culture and is seeking individuals who can demonstrate adaptability, professionalism and a desire to contribute within a high-performing team environment.

Role Overview

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• Support the Design Management function across the full project lifecycle, with a focus on design programme control and Building Information Modelling (BIM) coordination.
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• Work closely with the Design Lead to ensure alignment with design milestones and compliance with contractual review procedures.
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• Maintain a lookahead planner for the release and approval of Reviewable Design Data (RDD).
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• Attend design meetings and site visits as required.
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• Support the preparation of project reporting, including monthly and quarterly progress updates and board reports.
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• Ensure BIM models remain current and compliant with project information management requirements, including management of data drop interfaces.
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• Support compliance of the RDD process with information management standards.
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• Assist in coordinating design submission reviews, Requests for Information (RFIs), checking and approvals.
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• Assist in managing design risks, value engineering and optioneering activities to optimise cost, programme and performance.
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• Support the commercial management of design scope, changes and contractual obligations.
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• Coordinate communication between design stakeholders, including meeting schedules, attendance tracking and production of meeting minutes.
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Minimum Qualifications

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• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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• Familiarity with BIM and ProjectWise systems (formal BIM training desirable)
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Minimum Experience

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• 3+ years’ experience in design coordination, design management support, BIM coordination or similar roles within construction or infrastructure environments.
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• Practical experience working with BIM models and design documentation on live projects.
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• Experience coordinating data management processes and ensuring compliance with design management procedures.
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• Experience managing relationships with contractors and key stakeholders
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No sponsorship is available.