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The Design Manager will lead and coordinate design activities across landscape construction and civil engineering projects, acting as the technical authority. They are responsible for managing internal and external design teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and overseeing project buildability and commercial objectives.
Responsibilities
- The Design Manager will lead and coordinate design activities across landscape construction and civil engineering projects, acting as the technical authority. They are responsible for managing internal and external design teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and overseeing project buildability and commercial objectives.
Requirements
- Candidates must be a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng MICE) or near chartership with a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. A minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering or infrastructure environments, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, is required.
Benefits
- Performance-linked bonus
- Pension scheme
- Recognition schemes
- Private GP service
- Life insurance
- Subsidised gym membership
- Holiday buy scheme
Key Skills
About Ground Control
At Ground Control, we believe that well-maintained spaces inspire people and create thriving communities. This belief is at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's leading external maintenance and biodiversity specialist, we support over 50,000 commercial properties by caring for the grounds, landscapes, and environments that shape daily life. Our comprehensive services include Grounds Maintenance, Landscape Construction and Design, Arboriculture, Winter Gritting, EV Charging Point Installation, and more. We blend deep environmental expertise with advanced technology and data, enabling our clients to care for their spaces and achieve meaningful sustainability goals—because making a positive impact truly matters. We are proud to be named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 in the Big Organisation category, B Corp certified, a Living Wage Employee and recipients of the RoSPA Order of Distinction, with 16 consecutive Gold Awards for exemplary health and safety. Our comm
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