Design Manager

Bristol, Gloucestershire
NSR Associates

We are seeking a Design Manager to work on a Major Industrial Project.

You will be managing the design development from concept through construction, ensuring buildability, cost efficiency, compliance, and integration with site operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in-house design of:
• Piling systems (e.g., CFA, driven, rotary bored piles)
• Ground-bearing and suspended concrete slabs
• Associated substructures (pile caps, ground beams, rafts)
• Manage design programs to align with construction sequencing
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards (e.g. Eurocodes, British Standards)
• Co-ordinate between construction teams, temporary works & geo-technical
• Ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with methodology.
• Review and improve when you can. Is there a value engineering option ?
• Resolve technical queries (RFIs) during construction.
• Support in procurement & commercial inputs if called upon working in the SLT.

Software

• Structural design software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, STAAD)
• AutoCAD / Revit (for coordination)
• Excel for design/calculations

Reporting Line

Head of Design & Project Director

Interfaces with: Project Managers, Site Managers, Commercial Team, External Consultants

Requirements

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered or working toward chartership (e.g., ICE or IStructE).

Clear communicator able to act concisely and calm

What We Offer

• Salary range of 60-85,000 Basic
• 10% Car Allowance
• Business related travel paid
• Accommodation Covered
• Competitive Pension & BONUS
• Opportunities for career development and RAPID progression.