Design Manager

Overview

As a Design Manager you'll be responsible for managing the design and aspects of building construction projects from concept through to completion. This role ensures the design is delivered to the required quality, budget, and schedule, coordinating closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors.

Your role

• Lead the coordination and management of all design activities on infrastructure projects.
• Review and validate architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist designs to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain the project design program, aligning it with procurement and construction timelines.
• Manage the design team, including internal staff and external consultants.
• Conduct regular design reviews and clash detection, ensuring integration across disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and stakeholders to secure required approvals and permits.
• Provide technical input during tendering and construction stages, resolving design-related issues.
• Monitor design changes, assess impacts, and manage design-related risks and opportunities.
• Ensure that the design is buildable, cost-effective, and aligns with sustainability and safety goals.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in design management on infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Proficient in design software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools) and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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