Design Manager

Equans is looking for a Design Manager to join our team in Hatfield. This is a full-time role. On offer is a salary of £65,000- £75,000 depending on skills and experience, company vehicle and benefits package.

The main purpose of this role is to lead design from pre-construction through to construction, taking full technical responsibility for allocated projects. The Design Manager will also provide full design and technical support during the tendering process. Experience in leading the design of major refurbishment, fire remediation, and re-cladding of Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs) is advantageous. This role may include line management of an Assistant Design Coordinator, Design Coordinator, or Senior Design Coordinator.

On offer is a competitive salary and benefit package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2x times annual salary
• 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
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

• Detailed understanding of all major construction forms and detailing (e.g., RC, Timber, Structural Steel, Load bearing Masonry).
• Experience supporting single and two stage tendering processes
• Working knowledge of JCT, PPC and NEC suite of contracts.
• Experience in programming design works using Asta Power project or Microsoft Project.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive attitude with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to drive issues to completion with project team satisfaction.
• Knowledge of design requirements for procurement and construction.
• Understanding of construction project sequencing, including design and pre-construction activities.
• Awareness of building legislation and industry standards.
• Commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• Experience using Common Data Environments (e.g., Viewpoint for Projects, Fieldview).
• Familiarity with digital design tools and BIM processes.

• Relevant qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIOB, RICS, RIBA, ICE).
• Additional certifications in Project Management, Environment and Energy, BIM, or Health & Safety.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

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