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Brownlee Cale are recruiting for a Design Manager in the Rail Sector. The role will focus on schemes within Wales and the West.
Job Outline:
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Support the planning and preparation of pre-construction activities under the guidance of the Pre-Construction Manager.
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Work with customers, stakeholders, design partners, and delivery teams to make sure projects are developed on time and within budget.
- Encourage teamwork and a strong focus on safety, while delivering high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage design development: Lead the design process, ensuring technical solutions meet operational and safety standards.
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Coordinate stakeholders: Work with Network Rail, contractors, consultants, and local authorities to align on requirements.
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Programme & budget management: Ensure designs are developed on schedule and within allocated budgets.
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Risk management: Identify design, safety, and constructability risks early and propose solutions.
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Compliance: Make sure designs comply with Network Rail standards, legislation (e.g. CDM 2015), and contract requirements.
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Handover to delivery: Provide clear, complete design packages for construction teams to take forward.
Key Experience:
- Experience across the full project lifecycle, from design through to on-site delivery
- Knowledge of industry processes and contract management (e.g. NEC3)
- Degree or vocational qualification in Construction or Civil Engineering (essential)
- Engineering background in areas such as civils, buildings, M&E, geotechnical, or rail-related fields
- Previous experience in a rail environment
Desirable Qualifications:
- SMSTS
- CDM 2015
- Chartered membership (APM/ICE)
- PTS
- Temporary Works Coordinator
Please contact Siobhan Davis at Brownlee Cale for more information.
