Design Manager – Construction Projects

About the role

BESIX Watpac is looking for a Design Manager to join its Queensland, Northern Territory and New Zealand construction team. The role is pivotal in delivering high‑quality design documentation and ensuring projects meet budget, schedule and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage consultants to produce design documentation that aligns with the project brief, budget and timeline.
• Oversee regulatory and building compliance reviews of project designs.
• Collaborate with construction teams and trade subcontractors to assess constructability and drive delivery efficiencies.
• Contribute to methodology development for project delivery.
• Maintain design quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering.
• Proven experience delivering large‑scale design and construction projects from inception to completion with a principal contractor.
• Ability to work closely with external consultants to achieve optimal project outcomes.
• Demonstrated success in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package and long‑term career development opportunities.
• Wellbeing Days – three additional leave days per year.
• Access to a wellbeing program including health checks and vaccinations.
• Instant access to Perkbox for a wide variety of perks and wellbeing tools.
• Social events and Family Days.