Assistant Design Manager

Around the world SYSTRAs specialists plan design integrate test commission project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

SYSTRA are looking to expand our Signature Team in the UK working on high profile infrastructure projects such as Transpennine Upgrade and HS2 we are building on our 50 years of success in the UK by growing our team and looking for passionate people to deliver projects across our portfolio.

We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our Engineering team in London initially working as part of our HS2 Old Oak Common project team by recruiting experienced Assistant Design Managers to manage the delivery of design. This post in the Design Management team covers design and construction packages covering Civil Structural Mechanical Electrical Public Health Fire and Communications (MEPHFC) disciplines of the conventional and high speed parts of the station as well as the ancillary buildings and extensive urban realm packages.

This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic Assistant Design Managers to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

Working in collaboration with our designers and contract partners the Assistant Design Manager will be involved in a variety of tasks such as:
Assist and manage delivery and coordination of all technical aspects of the BBVS JV HS2 OOC Station design Work Packages
Develop and compile with Consultants technical design packages to the projects programme and key dates
Manage the coordination between design and construction teams
Support the Engineering BIM and Technical Assurance (sub) teams to achieve Code 1 Acceptance of all Design Deliverables
Liaise with wider design team to ensure consistency and quality of deliverables across all areas of the project.
Assist and support both the Design Manager and Engineering Manager where required

Degree qualified the relevant disciplines or career proven abilities
Experience of managing the coordination of multidisciplinary teams on major infrastructure projects
Understanding of design and construction process and stages preferably in rail environment (RIBA / GRIP)
Experience in one of following disciplines Civils / Structures / Bridges / Utilities / Architecture / MEP / Fire / Communication systems

Understanding CDM obligations

NEC3 contract experience

Broad Design Management/Engineering experience gained on infrastructure projects
Excellent communications skills
Working experience with ProjectWise and Bentley Systems

Why SYSTRA

Our three core values: Excellence Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence achieving the best results through teamwork both locally and internationally and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern wellequipped offices for that crucial inperson contact team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesnt always run to the same schedule for everyone so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential for more details on this please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

Its no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks healthy eating workshops and regular seminars alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an evergrowing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email:

where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most but not all of the relevant criteria for the role you could still be just what we are looking for.