Senior Design Manager

Join our team to play a key role in transformative projects across Queensland, positively impacting our community's future.

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, EOIs, etc.


• Superior communication, relationship management, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).


• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.


• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.


• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development programs.

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

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. 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 toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

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.


• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 493963

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