Design Manager

Company: Tilbury Douglas
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Location: Tilbury
Job Description:

Design Manager – Major Water & Infrastructure Projects (£10m+)

UK | Tilbury Douglas | Hybrid / Project Based

Tilbury Douglas is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design function across major projects (£10m+) within the water, process and engineering sectors.

As a key member of the senior project team, you’ll manage design from tender stage through construction delivery — driving innovation, buildability, value engineering and strong stakeholder collaboration.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams from bid through site delivery
  • Develop innovative, cost-effective and buildable design solutions
  • Manage client and stakeholder relationships across project stages
  • Drive BIM and digital design coordination
  • Oversee design programmes, deliverables and stage gate reviews
  • Ensure CDM compliance, safety, quality and value engineering
  • Support procurement of design-led subcontract packages

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven Design Management experience on major projects (£10m+)
  • Background in water, process, engineering or similar sectors
  • Strong technical construction knowledge and site delivery focus
  • Experience managing multi-discipline teams and complex interfaces
  • Understanding of BIM, CDM Regulations and buildability principles

Desirable: MEICA exposure, water industry standards, professional qualification

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary + car allowance
  • Private medical, life assurance & pension matched up to 8%
  • 26 days annual leave + long service leave options
  • Professional fees paid + extensive flexible benefits

About Tilbury Douglas

A leading UK contractor delivering major infrastructure and building projects across water, highways, health, defence, education and more — with people and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.

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Posted: February 8th, 2026