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Posted 01 July, 2026

Design Manager

Kier Group
Southwark, England, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Design Manager! Are you ready to make a significant impact on London's infrastructure? We are seeking a Design Manager to join our...

Join Our Team as a Design Manager!

Are you ready to make a significant impact on London's infrastructure? We are seeking a Design Manager to join our dynamic Transport for London Joint Venture team based in the heart of London. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping major highway and infrastructure projects that enhance how people navigate the capital every day. Could this be your next career move?

Location

Union Street, SE1 0LN - Enjoy the flexibility of some remote working while being part of our vibrant office environment.

Working Hours

We offer a 40-hour work week with some flexibility on hours. Just let us know your preferences when we chat!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As our Design Manager, you will be the crucial link between clients, project teams, and design consultants. Your mission? To ensure designs are safe, compliant, buildable, and delivered on time and within budget. Here’s what your day-to-day will look like:

  • Lead and manage the full design lifecycle from concept through to construction support and scheme close-out.
  • Coordinate internal teams and external design consultants for timely, high-quality delivery aligned with programme and budget.
  • Ensure all designs meet relevant standards, including DMRB, MCHW, and TfL requirements.
  • Act as Principal Designer under CDM 2015, embedding safe-by-design principles and managing design risks.
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders while providing technical leadership and guidance.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for candidates who:

  • Are a Chartered Engineer with membership in ICE, CIHT, or IHE, and have substantial experience in highways and infrastructure design within London.
  • Possess a solid understanding of DMRB, MCHW, and TfL standards, with experience in fulfilling CDM 2015 compliance and Principal Designer responsibilities.
  • Bring proven experience managing external design consultants and leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects.
  • Communicate confidently and build strong stakeholder relationships with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.
  • Demonstrate strong commercial acumen, with experience in NEC contracts and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Rewards and Benefits

We take pride in offering our talented team a wide array of benefits tailored to your needs. Explore the exciting options available to you!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We are committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be invited for an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team! Join us and be part of something great!

#joinkier

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This listing expired on 01 Jul. Applications are no longer accepted.

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