At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead civil and structural engineering for major infrastructure projects and coordinate design teams.
- Company: Join a leading organisation focused on innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape engineering strategies.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and technical leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major infrastructure bids and enhance your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and experience in UK infrastructure projects.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager or Engineering Manager with a strong background in civil and structural engineering? NES Fircroft has been exclusively retained to support a leading organisation in strengthening its UK & Ireland engineering function, with a focus on major infrastructure bids and strategic project activity. This is a senior, head office-based role supporting tender and pre-construction phases, where you’ll play a key part in shaping engineering strategies, coordinating multidisciplinary design activities, and providing technical leadership across complex infrastructure opportunities. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to develop practical, high-quality solutions that support successful project delivery.
In this Senior Design Manager / Engineering Manager role, your key responsibilities will involve:
- Leading civil and structural engineering input across major bids and pre-construction activities
- Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and managing key technical interfaces
- Supporting development of engineering strategies and buildable technical solutions
- Reviewing engineering deliverables and providing technical assurance across designs
- Managing external design consultants and supporting programme and delivery alignment
To be successful in this position, you will need:
- A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Strong experience in UK infrastructure projects
- A solid background in civil and structural engineering design
- Experience working in contractor-led or design & build environments
- Chartered status (CEng) or working towards it
If you’re looking to take on a strategic, high-impact role supporting major infrastructure opportunities and contributing to engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Design Lead - to be a manager employer: NES Fircroft
At NES Fircroft, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to lead high-profile infrastructure projects, ensuring that our team members are not only supported but also empowered to excel in their careers. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of engineering excellence.
