Design Manager

Sequana Group is one of the fastest-growing & independent water, energy, and environment-focused infrastructure advisory firms in Australia, with a growing International presence. Home to 250+ experts and an extensive network of contractors, we work with both the private sector and government organisations to break the mould and redefine the future of Australia’s major water, environment, and energy projects. We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients throughout all stages of a project and beyond. 

This particular role sits with Infrastructure Project Solutions (IPS), a Sequana Group Company.

Infrastructure Project Solutions (IPS) provides dynamic project management, planning and engineering services to the infrastructure and broader construction sectors.

Bringing together the best in the business, IPS delivers optimal project outcomes on the most challenging engineering projects through our best-in-class efficiency, diligence and collaboration with our clients.  

WHAT YOU DO

The Design Manager, working closely with Project Managers across the business, is responsible for coordinating the delivery of engineering design documentation and drawings for the Queensland business, with a primary focus on water and sewer network infrastructure, including pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs and other complex water infrastructure assets. The Design Manager will ensure designs are delivered in accordance with the contractual scope, relevant specifications and Australian Standards, agreed project programme and budget, while protecting the interests and reputation of the client and Sequana Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and manage delivery of the design in accordance with Sequana Group design and delivery procedures.
• Manage the planning of design activities for all disciplines required to achieve the design deliverables to achieve the design submissions and milestones within the contract program.
• Report the progress of design activities to the Project Manager / General Manager on a weekly basis.
• Manage and take accountability for the design budget throughout the life of the project, ensuring that the budget spend is controlled within the design budget, and provide a monthly ‘forecast for completion’ (FFC) for the design element of the project.
• Capture any design changes required throughout the life of the project via the design change request (DCR) system. Ensure that all DCR’s are approved by the Project Manager / Client prior to any change/ rework is undertaken, ensuring that the cause of the change is captured correctly within the DCR.
• Take ownership of the design activities within the P6 contract program, ensuring that monthly updates are undertaken, liaising with the Project Manager and scheduler to ensure that the program is maintained in line with progress.
• Provide technical support and supervision during all project phases to ensure designs meet operational requirements and relevant engineering standards.
• Generate a deviation from standard (DFS) for every design specification non-compliance, incorporating sufficient relevant details within the DFS to provide stakeholders with a full understanding of why the deviation is being requested.
• Develop design estimates, programs, and all required design-related deliverables for design tenders.
• Ensure all design drawings/ documents are reviewed by relevant engineers to the project and that they are adequately documented for auditing purposes.
• Ensure a safety in design process is followed by undertaking relevant design reviews, CHAIR, HAZOP, CHAZOP and FMECA processes where required.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree qualification in engineering or similar relevant qualification.
• CPEng & RPEQ preferred.
• General construction induction (White Card).
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Qualification/experience in Project Management is desirable.
• Design management experience within the infrastructure/ utilities sectors.
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary design teams to develop design deliverables.
• Have a proven track record of delivering design projects within budget and time milestones.
• Experience in running project design meetings and design reviews with stakeholders.
• Design project planning experience with a good understanding of mechanical, structural & civil design disciplines.
• Strong computer literacy and demonstrated competence in a variety of computer software packages, including MS Project.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Possessing a positive and proactive approach toward teamwork.

WHAT IT’S LIKE WORKING AT IPS:

There are a ton of reasons why IPS is an amazing company to work at, and here are some that we think you’ll find most interesting!

• Our culture – We have a wonderful team of brilliant high achievers built on a culture of empathy, collaboration, integrity, openness, and professional excellence. We attract the best in the industry who share our passion for the water, environment, and energy sectors and are willing to put in extraordinary efforts to deliver exceptional outcomes.
• Exciting & meaningful projects – IPS is on an exciting growth journey. Here at IPS, you are seen as the expert and will have the opportunity to own projects end-to-end and truly make a difference.
• Continuous learning – We celebrate continuous learning at IPS our Sequana Academy offers employees the opportunity to receive professional coaching services and training and 1:1 coaching.
• Compensation – We offer an attractive compensation package and a flexible work environment.
• Reward and recognition – We promote an environment of reward and recognition. At IPS, you will be recognised for your efforts, and we will celebrate you and reward you for your contributions!
• Diverse and inclusive environment – With our Social Impact and Belonging Committee, we promote an inclusive & diverse environment, hosting many events and activities that truly make IPS a great place to work.