Design Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2127 (60% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2121 (Civil engineers) or SOC 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Most likely code | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
2121 Civil engineers Also possible | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Also possible | £33,400 | £35,400 | £39,900 | £44,300 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Role Summary:
As a Design Manager, you lead will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver engineering design solutions for a portfolio of works across waste and clean water. The design management role encompasses overseeing internal and external design consultant teams, controlling the development of the design concept into construction design, build and operation and managing the installation information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing design and technical resources to meet project requirements, standards and budgets, including both internal and external design resources
- Managing the design process using commercial, contractual, programme/time awareness and technical expertise
- Supporting, and advising the Head of Design and Director of Engineering as to the requirements and obligations in the development of a project design
- Ensuring the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice where appropriate
- Ensuring the designers comply with their duties in relation to Health and Safety in design, under the (Ireland - Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013, or (UK - Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations)
- Ensuring design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescales
- Striving to eliminate health, safety and environmental risks in the design and financial risks during construction and/or operation
- Consider Environmental Aspects and the Life-cycle perspective during the design process
- Mentoring of staff, undertaking performance reviews and identification and justification of resource requirements
- Assist in continuous improvement of group wide design and project quality assurance processes
- Lead the improvement and development of standard design templates for Coffey internal designs
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor's engineering degree to support your competency in the role. Master’s degree p
- Minimum 10 years ex industry experience, with minimum 5 years fulfilling design management role
- Strong technical knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes preferred
- Proven track record of successfully leading design teams and managing complex projects.
- Proficiency in Autodesk software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and other design tools.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, codes, and standards.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
Desirable Criteria
- Membership or eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body is desirable.
- Having Chartered Engineer status or on the pathway to obtaining professional Accreditation
About us
Coffey is a water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist operating in every major construction sector throughout Ireland and the UK. Passionate about quality and efficiency, this passion drives our belief in delivering projects with the best workforce. The hallmarks of our work are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and the highest level of safety and quality. We pride ourselves in nurturing an environment that empowers critical thinking, creative problem-solving, customer focus, efficiency and flexibility.
Coffey values are at the heart of everything we do – Do the right thing, Do it better, Do it together.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering project managers and project engineers (SOC 2127) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £42,848–67,132
- Median £51,324
- Going rate £51,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,300–46,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.