Design Manager (CRE Civils Construction)

Design Manager (CRE‑C)

Contractors Responsible Engineer – Construction
 

Sector: Rail / Civil & Structural Engineering
Location: North Wales Region

About the Opportunity

AmcoGiffen is looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Design Manager (CRE‑C) to join our expanding rail and civil engineering team in North Wales. With major works now mobilising across the North Wales Coast and a strong pipeline of future infrastructure projects, this is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in delivering essential improvements to the region’s rail network.

You will support the successful delivery of multidisciplinary civil engineering schemes, including two significant upcoming footbridge construction projects in North Wales, as part of Network Rail and Transport for Wales’ active travel and accessibility improvement programmes. These schemes focus on widening existing footbridges to achieve DDA compliance and enhance accessibility for local communities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Up to 3 paid volunteer days
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Medicash Health Cash Plan & Medicash Rewards
• Structured career development pathways
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Internal leadership programmes, including Women in Leadership and Purposeful Leadership
• A safe, inclusive and supportive working environment with active employee forums

About the Business Unit

Our Wales business unit is a dynamic and fast‑paced operational region delivering a wide range of civil engineering works across:

• Rail infrastructure including bridges, embankments, stations, platforms, tunnels and footbridges
• Environment Agency projects
• Local Authority civil engineering schemes
• Multidisciplinary civils frameworks across Wales

Current programmes include CP7 infrastructure works, civils frameworks and Environment Agency packages. Typical scopes include bridge reconstruction and replacement, structural refurbishments, platform works (including Access for All), and footbridge schemes. The team is now mobilising major works in North Wales, including the North Wales footbridge widening projects.

Role Overview

As a Construction CRE, you will play a central role in delivering the CP7 Wales Civils Framework and North Wales Coast projects. You will oversee construction activities on site, coordinate design and survey inputs, and ensure that all works meet safety, quality and programme expectations. You will also act as a key link between clients, designers, subcontractors and internal teams, helping to drive clarity, collaboration and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Contractors Responsible Engineer duties, ensuring full compliance with assurance and governance processes.
• Oversee and monitor design, construction and survey activities, ensuring alignment with programme and budget.
• Manage design change requests, change orders and design submittals for approval.
• Work closely with clients and design teams to resolve technical queries and design issues.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities across the design–construction interface.
• Conduct inspections, assess construction methodologies and review temporary works requirements.
• Promote best practice, innovation and quality assurance throughout project delivery.
• Support project handback processes and ensure all H&S documentation is complete and accurate.
• Collaborate with design and commercial teams to negotiate revisions and contractual changes.
• Provide regular progress and assurance reports to the Contractors Engineering Manager.
• Support the successful delivery of North Wales Coast schemes.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience as a Construction CRE / Contractors Responsible Engineer within the rail sector.
• Strong understanding of civil and rail engineering principles, construction methods and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of Network Rail’s GRIP process and experience delivering rail asset renewal projects.
• Proven ability to manage design coordination, temporary works and construction methodologies.
• Confident in stakeholder engagement, including landowners, authorities and regulatory bodies.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to lead teams and influence positive outcomes.
• Full UK Driving license

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Minimum BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., ICE) is desirable.

Joining AmcoGiffen means contributing to essential rail and civil engineering projects that improve safety, accessibility and connectivity across North Wales. If you’re a proactive and experienced CRE‑C ready to take on a meaningful and high‑impact role, we’d be delighted to receive your application.