Assistant Design Manager

Job Introduction

Role Responsibility

• Verify that deliverables for your package are the right quality and on time;
• Programme is updated as per contract;
• Procedures, processes, controls, governance and workflows as set out in the Design Management Plan are adhered to;
• Coordination and integration of design ensuring good, clear communication is maintained between the various parties throughout the engagement, 
• Ensure scope, deliverables, outputs and formats are clear with the parties, and have an understanding of the responsibilities, outputs and deliverables set out in the Design Responsibility Matrix;
• Within your package, work with the commercial and project team to ensure change is managed and coordinated both technically and for programme and cost;
• Organise or contribute to design meetings, each with an agenda, minutes and actions;
• Undertake/support in Lead Designer activities for self-assurance 
• Engage with stakeholders and approving parties ensuring that designs align with requirements and expectations met in delivery.
• Design Maturity of your package is assessed and tracked

The Ideal Candidate

• • A relevant degree in Civil Engineering or another construction‑related discipline, or equivalent experience. Candidates currently working towards a qualification are also encouraged to apply.
  • Experience gained within a Contractor, Designer or Client environment on projects of a similar scale and complexity, gained through employment, placements or comparable professional experience.
  • An understanding of technical processes, including design assurance, with a willingness to develop further through learning and collaboration.
  • The ability to work effectively with a wide and diverse range of stakeholders, including Statutory Authorities, Local Authorities, Transport for London, Network Rail, HS2 Ltd and National Highways.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience in, or the ability to quickly learn, project information management tools and systems, including MS Office and web‑based collaboration platforms such as AssetWise, eB, ProjectWise or similar.
• Holds, or is able to obtain prior to commencement of employment, a valid CSCS Card in an appropriate category (e.g. Professionally Qualified Person or Manager), with support provided where required.

About the Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services

The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.

You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).

Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.

HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity.  Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.

It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House,  and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017  Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader.  We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities.  We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.

Please see the disability confident commitments: 

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed

To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have: 

• A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
• Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role

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