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At Seymour Whyte, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver highly complex and innovative solutions to our clients. The Senior Design Manager plays a pivotal role in not only guiding innovative and practical design from proposal to project completion but also in nurturing team growth and enhancing our reputation in the industry.

As an integral component of VINCI, a global authority in concessions and construction, we seamlessly integrate international expertise with a localised approach, powered by our committed workforce. Our repertoire of major infrastructure projects has expanded significantly, showcasing a surge in both scale and sophistication. Our foundational strengths in roads and bridges are complemented by our adeptness in airports, rail, marine, and resources sectors, along with a strategic focus on the energy transition, underscoring our commitment to sustainable development and innovation.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join our team in Queensland. This role engages you in vital Queensland projects, including water management, road and rail infrastructure enhancements, dam construction, and the shift towards sustainable energy, where your contributions will directly influence their success and development.

As a Senior Design Manager, you will maximise opportunities and returns for Seymour Whyte through effective design management during submission preparation and project delivery as well as the identification, selection, procurement, and management of designers for specific opportunities within the relevant region.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• A Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil), Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent Civil Engineering qualification, which is an acceptable qualification under the Queensland Professional Engineers Act.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or Chartered Professional Engineer status (CPEng) is advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in design and civil construction infrastructure projects for State or Federal government clients.
• Demonstrated experience managing design processes during the tender and/or project delivery phase.
• Knowledge of the estimation process to enable value-add contributions to tenders, EOI’s, etc.
• Superior communication, relationship management, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

What’s in for you?

• Flexibility with Health & Wellbeing programs.
• Competitive market benchmarked remuneration.
• Unique project bonus scheme generously rewards project staff for strong performance.
• Generous employee share program with VINCI — one of the largest, world-class construction companies globally.
• Purchased leave program to encourage your work/life balance.
• Paid Parental Leave and parental support.
• Culture leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Attractive project allowances and conditions for regional projects.
• Salary continuance insurance for eligible employees.
• Strong company culture where all employees are treated equally.
• Career development, mentoring, training, and leadership development programs.
• Part of VINCI Constructions offering opportunity and security.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Seymour Whyte and contribute to a successful and sustainable future.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.

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Reference code: 493963

This role is being managed by our internal HR team; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.