Senior Design Manager (Associate level)

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We hold 50+ years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 20,000 people.

You will be working on prestigious nationwide rail projects helping Egis support our clients to achieve sustainability for future generations. By joining Egis, we will fully support your personal growth and development enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

You would be required to visit site in Old Oak Common Station in Acton (West London) at least 3 times a week.

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Senior Design Manager to join the Egis Transport Solutions MEPHFC Design Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail station building services design and coordination.

As a Senior Design Manager, you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage other Design Managers and Engineers and be responsible for the production and delivery of MEPHFC designs.  We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the Associate Director where required
• Responsible for providing a clear vision and team direction by leading a high-performing team through the effective management, development and empowerment of staff
• Manage internal and external resources to produce outputs/deliverables in line with contract requirements and client expectations
• Establish and manage Technical Assurance processes, in line with project and client requirements, and rail industry norms and best practice
• Retain full control of project programmes, interrogate supply chain programmes and challenge slippage. Work collaboratively to develop and implement mitigation measures
• Manage CEM and CREs to ensure governance in compliance with NR-L2-RSE-02009 (Engineering Management for Projects).
• Set and maintain high standards in the production of design deliverables, ensuring information is clear and concise, and risk free. Nurturing a get it right first-time culture within the team
• Proactively review design documentation to ensure construction risks are mitigated at the design stage
• Manage the engineering team for production of design drawings, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with British Standards & Eurocodes, across projects ranging from GRIP 1 to GRIP 5 / RIBA 2 to 5 / ES1-3
• Manage the production and coordination of design information in a 3D environment to BIM Standards
• Manage CDM and CSM-REA requirements and processes, ensuring risks are mitigated As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP)
• Produce and maintain design trackers
• Produce and issue meeting minutes recording key discussions and agreements
• Manage the production, issue and closure of RFI’s and TQ’s
• Liaise with Project Managers and Commercial Managers to produce and issue project communications e.g. EWN’s and GC’s
• Coordinate and manage engineering activities so they result in affordable solutions and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality
• Produce and issue progress reports and dashboards
• Be responsible for the consistency of the deliverables across your projects
• Review, evaluate and implement rail industry standards to ensure compliance of the engineering deliverables to the standards
• Promotion and implementation of digital solutions and innovation across Egis projects

You will also work on:

• Bidding opportunities across the UK and International Rail business: for technical support in your discipline.
• Projects for multiple commissions across the UK and International Transportation business

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Member of an engineering institute and has Engineering Council Professional Registration
• 10-15 years’ experience in Engineering / Technical functions, working in Design Management, with at least 5 years’ experience in the rail industry
• Proven capability in managing design for rail projects, especially in multi-disciplinary environments
• Exemplary management skills with the ability to support, mentor and manage a project team of engineers and technicians
• Excellent understanding of rail engineering, including Network Rail and associated rail standards, and related regulations (CDM, CSM, RIR)
• Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
• Proven capability in managing design interfaces and integration processes
• Experience of design assurance requirements & processes
• Accountable for reviewing and completion of DRN comments for WPP and Design Reviews, Form C/Form G/Form A/B, or equivalent
• Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and excellent commercial awareness
• Ability to deliver work to a programme and budget
• Excellent leadership skills and mentoring experience
• An ability to train and upskill team members
• Expert communication, organisation, and collaboration abilities
• Excellent understanding of MEPHFC systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective
• Excellent engineering, analytical and problem-solving abilities

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Desirable:

• Excellent knowledge of railway infrastructure, systems, and operating requirements
• Experience in rail station MEPHFC services design and coordination
• Knowledge of design stages and requirements e.g. RIBA, BSRIA, GRIP
• Experience in managing works in accordance with NR-L2-RSE-02009 Issue 7, Engineering Management of Projects
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment
• Experience of producing technical notes, reports, specifications, drawings, schedules and calculations
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Standards and Regulations, and Rail Standards, such as Network Rail, HS2 and TfL
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications
• Knowledge of engineering software tools e.g. Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux, Relux, Hevacomp etc.
• Knowledge of procurement activities and lead times

By joining Egis, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements. You’ll benefit from 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 29 days + bank holidays.

• Annual Bonus, depending on level
• Private medical insurance for you and your family
• Life Assurance Bereavement Support Service
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers with Specsavers
• Travel Loans
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Healthcare – Individual or family based on employee level
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Training & Development

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.