At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design management and develop innovative strategies for impactful projects.
- Company: VolkerFitzpatrick, a leader in civil engineering and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extra leave on your birthday, and private medical care.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with strong support for professional development and well-being.
- Why this job: Shape the future of vital infrastructure and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Degree in civil/structural engineering and experience in multidisciplinary design.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation’s life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings.
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Design for our VolkerFitzpartick business, based out of our Head Office in Hoddesdon. The Overall Purpose Of The Role Is To Lead the Business Design Management function and develop the Business Design vision and strategy in line with the overall VolkerFitzpatrick and Volker Wessels business requirements. Ensure that the design management function within the business units has sufficient resource and competency to manage the delivery of the design obligations in line with the project requirements. Manage and report on design cost, risk and performance across the VolkerFitzpatrick business. Ensure that the design phase of projects is compliant with the obligations of CDM. Support the tender process to ensure that the design requirements for future projects are accurately and correctly identified.
About You
- Degree in civil / structural engineering, or equivalent
- Member of professional institution (ICE / IStructE) - Required in order to support the development of design team in achieving professional qualifications
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) – Required in order to support the development of design team in achieving professional qualifications
- Experience in management of multidisciplinary design in rail / civil, aviation and building sectors
- Experience in the management of project teams and functional teams
If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
We Offer a Range Of Benefits, Including
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect. We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff.
Head of Design employer: VolkerWessels UK
VolkerFitzpatrick is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Hoddesdon where innovation meets essential infrastructure development. With a strong commitment to employee growth through comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a range of benefits including private medical care and enhanced family policies, we foster a culture of fairness, inclusion, and respect. Join us to lead impactful design projects that contribute to the nation's vital services while enjoying a supportive and rewarding workplace.
