BESIX Watpac is an Australian multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.
Today the Group has more than $14B work in hand and is operating in 26 countries, employing 10,000 people globally. The world’s tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose - we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.
Job DescriptionBESIX Watpac is seeking a Senior Design Manager due to a strong pipeline of projects in Queensland, join our Qld, NT & NZ Construction team. The Senior Design Manager will provide design leadership to the project team and take responsibility for delivering on all project, commercial and time targets with respect to design and documentation outputs.
This role will be responsible for:
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop design strategies for the construction projects.
- Lead and manage project consultants to deliver all aspects of the project design within the construction projects, to ensure that high quality design documentation is issued on time, on budget as well as in compliance with the Project Brief.
- Lead the review of the project design for regulatory and building compliance.
- Lead and coordinate the submission of final documentation, as constructed drawings, authority approvals, warranties and guarantees at handover of a project.
- During project tender submissions, review design documentation and validate design status.
The incumbent in this role will require:
- Degree in a relevant discipline in Design / Construction Management / Engineering.
- Extensive experience in Design Management on large scale Managing Contractor or Design & Construct projects from tender through to completion.
- In-depth knowledge of design principles, construction methods, and building codes and regulations.
- Strong leadership skills to foster team alignment, cooperation and collaboration.
Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term opportunities for career development, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:
- Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
- Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
- Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
- Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
- Social events and Family Days.
At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.
Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.
BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.
Skills Required
- Degree in Design, Construction Management, or Engineering
- Extensive experience in Design Management on large scale Managing Contractor or Design & Construct projects from tender through to completion
- In-depth knowledge of design principles, construction methods, and building codes and regulations
- Strong leadership skills to foster team alignment, cooperation and collaboration
- Experience leading and managing project consultants and coordinating documentation handover
What We Do
BESIX Group is a multidisciplinary Belgian construction group with over 115 years of experience, operating in more than 25 countries. It specializes in complex construction, infrastructure, and marine works, as well as property development and concessions. The company provides full-service expertise across a project's entire life cycle, from financing and design to construction, operation, and maintenance.
