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Join to apply for the Design Manager role at Seymour Whyte17 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Design Manager role at Seymour WhyteGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want.We are mobilising for a major iconic project in Perth that involves engineering design, earthworks, roadworks, buildings, and services.The Design Manager plays a critical role in maximising opportunities and returns for Seymour Whyte by leading the efficient and innovative management of design processes during both submission preparation and project delivery. This role ensures design solutions are aligned with client expectations, project requirements, and commercial objectiveswhile driving value, minimising risk, and enabling seamless integration between design and construction teams.About the role:Design Management Leadership: Lead and manage all aspects of the design process across project phases, including consultant engagement, design programming, review, and compliance with technical, statutory, and performance requirements.Risk, Quality & Compliance: Maintain risk registers, manage design-related risks and opportunities, ensure adherence to Design Management Plans, statutory approvals, and safety-in-design principles, while driving compliance with HSEQ responsibilities.Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination: Act as the key interface between designers, construction teams, and clients, ensuring scope alignment, timely communication of changes, and effective management of consultant performance and deliverables.Value Engineering & Innovation: Champion innovation and value engineering throughout design and bid phases, identifying cost/time-saving opportunities while maintaining design integrity and meeting project objectives.Commercial & Contractual Oversight: Negotiate and manage consultancy agreements, monitor consultant budgets and variations, contribute to bid and EOI submissions, and ensure design elements align with the companys commercial and profitability goals.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 program.Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Drivers Licence 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.Register on our website for job alerts to be advised when new roles become available. learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.auReference code: 494458Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.Seniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesCivil EngineeringReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Seymour Whyte by 2xPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoOsborne Park, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoSenior Manager | Strategic & Technology Change | PerthPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoManager | Strategic & Technology Change | PerthPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoProject Manager -Retail Tenancy Delivery (Fit-out)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$200,000.00-A$230,000.00 6 days agoRetail Store Manager - Midland Gate WESTERN AUSTRALIAMidland, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 8 months agoHeathridge, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoSoftware Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen SiliconPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoSenior Creative Content Marketing ManagerPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 15 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoMaddington, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$140,000.00-A$165,000.00 1 week agoSubiaco, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoClaremont, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoBurswood, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPrograms Engagement Manager - Perth, Western AustraliaPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$90,000.00-A$99,000.00 1 month agoLeederville, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoCommodity Manager - Subcontracts and DesignPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoBurswood, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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