Design Manager (12 Month FTC)

Equans is looking for a Design Manager on a 12 Month fixed term contract to join our team in Birmingham. This is a full-time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Support with appointments for all consultants and manage the legal review process to achieve completed and signed appointments.
• Design Manage a number of small to medium sized projects and pre-construction opportunities.
• Review and technical appraisal of BSR submissions, from large projects through to elemental works.
• Manage the design programme to achieve information for procurement and production requirements and timescales. Produce and update an IRS.
• Manage the BSR application (Gateway) process including applications for full and outline planning, submission of NMA’s and clearance of conditions. Arrange for the payment of all planning fees.
• Obtain building control, warranty and other third-party consultant services to achieve project success including appointments, payments and clearance of conditions.
• Check and approve drawings and manage the viewpoint portal to achieve sign off of drawings by the required parties so that all information is at Construction status.
• Assist the Project Manager in client management and in the preparation of information to obtain instructions. Manage the design change and/or change control request process.
• Manage the performance and output of consultants and sub-contract designers to achieve project success. Work with production teams to ensure design information is well thought out and easy to follow.
• Solve problems with innovative ideas and encourage creativity in achieving value engineering and efficient design.
• Provide pre-construction support including site visits, writing of contractor’s proposals, fee sheets, technical assistance to the Estimating team and identification of risk and design solutions. Attend adjudications and client meetings and present on technical matters.
• Attend regular CPD events and learning opportunities where possible.

What can we offer you?

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary.
• Single healthcare cover.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we looking for?

• A degree level or similar chartered qualification will be required to carry out the job role.
• Extensive experience of working experience in a similar role and sector of the industry will be required.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, colleagues, and consultants.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Experience supporting single and two-stage tendering processes.
• Familiarity with JCT, PPC, and NEC contract suites.
• Proficient in design programming tools such as Asta Powerproject or Microsoft Project.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, results-driven approach with ability to drive issues to completion.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.