As one of Australia’s leading national construction companies, our commitment to providing an inclusive workplace is driven by an organisational culture that embraces diversity and equality. By joining BESIX Watpac, part of the international BESIX Group, you will be part of our national team of over 700 dedicated and innovative employees. Our people proudly uphold our values each day and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of their colleagues, subcontractors and the communities in which we operate.

BESIX Watpac are looking for a Senior Design Manager to join our NSW team working on the tender and delivery of major D&C, PPP & MC construction projects across multiple sectors with a focus on rail and / or health projects. The key responsibilities of this position include:

• Lead the design/documentation process to achieve design milestones and budget
• Establish & implement the Project Design Management Plan
• Apply strategic Design Management principles to deliver optimum project outcomes
• Partake in peer review of the design for regulatory and building compliance as well as coordination of services with the multi-discipline design subcontractors
• Prepare design review reports at the nominated milestones
• Plan and manage all actions necessary through the design process to obtain all Government and PWC approvals
• Coordinate delivery of final design (100%) “For Tender” documentation.
• Assist with the procurement of trade package subcontractors during Delivery/Construction phase

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree in a relevant discipline together with solid experience in Design Management.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the external and internal business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills through development of productive relationships with colleagues and team members
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment
• Proven high level of professionalism, maturity and candour in daily work ethic
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

Our benefits include;

• Health and wellbeing, technology, financial, leisure and home improvement discounts.
• Access to a Healthy Foundations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental Leave Program.
• Well-being days.
• Professional development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to build a challenging and exciting career path with an industry leader. We attribute our successes to our innovative, driven and diverse team and offer a competitive remuneration package with flexible, supportive benefits and development programs.