Design Manager

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Durham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Construction
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    Up to £75k

Design Manager - Highway - Permanent - Durham - Tier 1 Contractor - Civils

Your new company

Join a well-established civil engineering and building contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. Known for innovation, collaboration, and quality, this organisation has a proven track record in highways, utilities, and major construction schemes. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values professional development and prides itself on creating sustainable solutions for communities.

Your new role

As Design Manager, you’ll lead and coordinate the design process for major civil improvement projects in Durham. You’ll manage design deliverables, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with technical standards and project timelines. This hybrid role offers flexibility – three days on-site and two days working from home. With design already underway and construction progressing, you’ll play a key role in delivering successful outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience in highways or water design and construction projects.
  • Strong engineering background – either as a Site Engineer/Graduate Civil Engineer or hands-on experience in design coordination.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead design processes and ensure quality and compliance.

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary up to £75,000 (flexible for the right candidate).
Hybrid working model for work-life balance.
Opportunity to work on a landmark civil project.
Career progression with a respected organisation in the infrastructure sector.

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