Drainage Design Manager

Around the world, SYSTRA’s 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 8,250 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 Crossrail 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 expanding our Engineering Design teams in the UK as we have a strong forward workload delivering high profile infrastructure projects. We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our UK Drainage Design team in our Birmingham office, initially working as part of our Main Works Civils High Speed 2 project team, by recruiting an experienced Drainage Design Manager. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Drainage (Track / Highways) Specialist to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

Responsibilities:

• Be a significant Senior member of the Drainage Team, developing the technical capability of the discipline and providing key leadership input.
• Support on project deliverables, particularly on HS2 MWCC, and with the general operations of the Discipline such as recruitment, business development, line management and CPD.
• Implement systems and procedures to maintain a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to design, construction, commissioning and other activities on relevant projects, compliant with all relevant legislation.
• Liaise with other discipline Design Managers to balance resources across the portfolio
• Support the Bid Manager with all aspects of Tender Preparation.
• Progress projects through preliminary and detailed design with emphasis on client requirements, value for money and innovation
• Liaise with clients and ensure their requirements are effectively communicated to the team
• Liaise with and co-ordinate UK and overseas multi-disciplinary design teams
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, particularly the CDM Regulations
• Supervise team members including all APM’s, Graduates and Apprentices.
• Project administration including monitoring programme delivery, resources and budgets
• Checks to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in its development
• Ensure the identification of contract change from within the Drainage design team and work with the Change Manager to administer change in accordance with the contract requirements
• Assist and support the Engineering Manager and Project Director where required
• Identify new markets, clients and work streams to develop the Drainage function of the business

Experience 

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or relevant subject
• Chartered Engineer (MICE or CIWEM)
• Significant experience in Drainage Engineering Design work from a track or highways perspective

• Practical knowledge and experience of drainage design, assessment, and maintenance work
• Team development and leadership experience
• Resilience, tenacity, attention to detail and a desire for continuous development and improvement

Please note, we do have a preferred supplier list for the provision of recruitment services and we will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL.

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, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t 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

It’s 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 ever-growing social calendar.

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

reasonableadjustments@systra.com  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.