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Design Manager – Major ProjectsRamboll • Birmingham, GB
Design Manager – Major Projects

Design Manager – Major Projects

Ramboll • Birmingham, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Design Managers - Major Projects to lead the successful delivery of complex, high-value infrastructure schemes across the UK (and occasionally internationally). This role is ideally suited to a senior construction or engineering professional with Development Consent Order (DCO) experience and a strong background in regulated or nationally significant infrastructure projects.

You will be responsible for the design management of large, multidisciplinary project teams working on the end-to-end delivery of major capital and design-led projects, from early concept and consenting through detailed design, construction and handover. You will also play a key role in client engagement, governance, and business development, contributing to the continued growth of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver major, complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion, including DCO-led schemes where applicable
  • Manage the design process, including the interface coordination of large multi-disciplinary teams, including internal resources, consultants, contractors and supply chain partners
  • Set communication guidelines across disciplines to ensure progress and quality in design solutions, including the use of best practices to create solutions to satisfy client’s needs and requirements
  • Lead technical discussions with clients
  • Act as the client’s senior representative, managing relationships with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and key stakeholders
  • Champion health, safety, environmental, sustainability and customer outcomes, embedding best practice across projects
  • Undertake project and programme reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned
  • Support and lead business development activities, including client engagement, bid leadership and preparation of winning proposals
  • Contribute to the professional development of the wider team and the strategic growth of the business

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred
  • Professional accreditation (e.g., Chartered Engineer) is required.
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale, complex construction and/or design-led infrastructure projects.
  • Experience managing and directing large project teams (often 100+ people), both insourced and outsourced.
  • Experience in one or more of the following sectors is highly desirable: Water & Wastewater Engineering Civil Engineering / Energy Infrastructure Highways & Transportation Aviation Rail
  • Demonstrable experience delivering to demanding schedules, targets and quality standards

Personal Attributes:

  • Leader with the ability to motivate and develop project teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels in both matrix and non-matrix environments.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Commitment to Ramboll's values and sustainability goals.
  • Able to bring energy, positivity, and constructive challenge.

What we can offer you:

  • Commitment to your development
  • Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
  • A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
  • Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
  • Flexible work environment
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Matched pension contributions
  • Private medical cover and life assurance
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