Design Manager

EQUANS is looking for a Design Manager to join our Team in Hatfield. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance and benefits package. 

 The main purpose of the role is to lead design from outline business case through to construction. An understanding of PfS/BSF bidding process and the key deliverables will be of advantage along with knowledge of the relevant building bulletins.

What will you deliver? 

• Agree appointment and scope of service for Design Team 
• Review design management protocols with Design Co-ordinator 
• Clear communication of expectations for design deliverables with designers 
• Review all design issues relating to GA’s 
• Review compliance with Building Bulletins and other statutory regulations. 
• Review ER’s in line with Contractor’s proposals. 
• Liaise with Client and Key Stakeholders 
• Liaison with the Commercial Team for cost checking 
• Monitoring of design & resolution of technical queries 
• Review design deliverables and design programmes 
• Review Web Portal Requirements 
• Assist with procurement and construction programmes 
• Consultant appointments 
• Chairing design team meetings 
• Lead Client meetings during Bid Phases 
• Review compliance of design against Employer’s Requirements/ Specs/Contractors Proposals/Budget 

What can we offer you? 

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes; 

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) 
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 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 including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app 

Who are we looking for? 

• Able to programme design works
• Understanding of design requirements for procurement and construction purposes and of contractual requirements of the contracts
• Ability to drive issues through to completion
• Knowledge of methodology and sequencing process in delivering a construction project including design and pre-construction activities
• Relevant knowledge of building legislation and construction industry knowledge

Who are we? 

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What’s next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.