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Astuteโs Nuclear team is partnering with a key player in the UK nuclear sector to recruit a Design Manager to support the delivery of a major nuclear and civil works framework at the nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale, based out of their offices in Whitehaven. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating design activities, managing consultant deliverables, and ensuring projects progress in line with programme and contractual requirements.
The Design Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically challenging sector.
If youโre looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and work on technically challenging projects with a reputable organisation, then submit your CV to apply today
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Responsibilities and duties of the Design Manager role
Reporting to the Head of Bid Management you will:
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Manage design consultants and coordinate their activities to ensure deliverables are completed in line with the project programme
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Act as the technical lead on the project where required, providing guidance on engineering and design matters
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Review design outputs to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project specifications
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Manage the design deliverables schedule and monitor progress against agreed milestones
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Lead design review meetings with project teams and coordinate design interfaces with external stakeholders
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Manage the resolution of design queries and technical issues across the project lifecycle
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Produce regular reports on design progress and highlight risks, delays or required actions
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Coordinate requests for information (RFIs) and ensure clear communication between project teams, designers and clients
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Ensure drawings and design documentation are properly controlled, issued and maintained within project systems
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Support change management processes and ensure design changes are implemented in accordance with project procedures
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Professional qualifications
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We are looking for someone with the following:
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Relevant engineering or construction qualification
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Experience managing design activities within construction, engineering or infrastructure projects
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Strong understanding of construction methods and design delivery processes
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Experience working with design consultancies or temporary works design teams
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Knowledge of design approval processes within regulated or complex project environments
Personal skills
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The Design Manager role would suit someone who is:
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail
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A confident communicator able to engage with technical teams and stakeholders
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Comfortable coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
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Proactive with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced project environment
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Salary and benefits of the Design Manager role
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Competitive salary depending on experience
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Car Allowance
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Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
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Career development within a growing organisation
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Additional company benefits and pension package
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