Design Manager

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to join a dynamic engineering consultancy?

Paragon Engineering is seeking a proactive and organised individual to act as a key interface between our internal design teams and external stakeholders. This role requires someone with strong organisational skills, a deep understanding of basic design principles, and experience coordinating across interdisciplinary teams such as geotechnical, drafting, and structural design.

About Paragon:

We are a Specialist Engineering Consultancy Firm operating across Australia and servicing the infrastructure and building sectors with a focus on structural design for ground structures, foundations, shoring & temporary structures and structural assessment of bridges & associated infrastructure assets. Our client base includes local authorities, infrastructure asset managers and construction companies. We provide a range of services from structural & geotechnical design, infrastructure asset condition assessment; project management; structural & vibration monitoring.

As a key player in this specialist engineering consulting field, we are well-established and committed to delivering high-quality designs for ground structures, bridges, and other infrastructure projects.

Our progressive mindset and employee-oriented culture set us apart. Deep thinking and creativity are a part of each of our projects and we provide a work environment that encourages self-improvement, diversity, teamwork, autonomy and innovation. Working times are flexible, and you will work with a positive team where your efforts will be valued and your voice will be heard.

The Role:

Due to continued growth, we are searching for a Design Manager to join our team in a newly created role—offering the opportunity to shape internal systems, streamline processes, and make an impact on project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise between internal teams (design, geotechnical, structural) and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables and ensure that client requirements are translated into designs.

• Coordinate project schedules and track progress, ensuring adherence to delivery timelines as well as attending project meetings and providing updates on project milestones.

• Conduct inspections and assessments of infrastructure assets, including bridges and wastewater facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

• Prepare detailed inspection/condition assessment reports, analysis, and recommendations based on findings.

• Oversee control of all project documents, including sharing emails, progress reports and technical documentation.

• Monitor project budgets and invoicing, reporting on financial performance to ensure alignment with project goals.

• Assist with project compliance and quality assurance across various disciplines.

About You

To be considered for the role, you must have

• 4+ years of experience as a Project Engineer or Co-ordinator within a design office or consultancy environment within Australia, preferably involving infrastructure assets and/or multidisciplinary projects. More experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.

• Strong knowledge of basic design principles, especially in structural and/or geotechnical projects.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to facilitate effective communication among project teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and stakeholder satisfaction.

• Strong organisational and switchtasking abilities, ensuring that all project documentation is up-to-date and deadlines are met.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.

• Strong technical reporting skills as well as knowledge of Engineering and Drafting software

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and project management software.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities for career progression and the ability to shape our Project Management department.
• Competitive salary, CPD sponsorship, and performance-based bonuses.
• A collaborative, flexible work environment that values creativity and innovation.
• A progressive, employee-oriented culture that encourages self-improvement, diversity and autonomy.