Design Manager

1 week ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Joblin Partners Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lead the design function for a major utilities program of work. Shape a newly created role with long-term stability and growth. Build capability, manage resources, and deliver critical infrastructure projects.

Utilities & Transmission Services

Design Leadership

ACT Based (Relocation Support Available)

Our Client

We represent a leading national services provider within the utilities and transmission design and engineering sector. The business has secured a long-term program of work with a key client and is creating a new leadership role to build and strengthen its design capability. Significant investment and a guaranteed pipeline of work provide an exciting platform for growth. Client identity remains confidential at this stage.

About the Role

Reporting to the National Engineering Manager, the Design Manager will establish and lead the design function for a newly awarded multi-year program of works. The role will be central to delivering innovative and cost-effective design solutions across HV distribution networks, substations, and broader infrastructure projects that underpin the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

The position will manage internal design resources as well as external consultancies, coordinate surveys and early-stage project briefs, and oversee design delivery through to execution. There will also be involvement in site commissioning to ensure continuity from design to implementation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of design works from early-stage briefs through to execution readiness.
  • Manage internal design teams and external consultants, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Act as a design-focused project manager, coordinating surveys, budgets, and resourcing.
  • Build and mentor a local design team, including the recruitment of a Design Coordinator.
  • Engage directly with the client as a trusted partner, providing solutions and technical leadership.

About You

You may be a Lead Design Engineer ready to step up, or an Engineering Manager experienced in delivering new scopes of work. You will bring strong HV distribution and design delivery experience, commercial acumen, and the ability to solve problems in early project stages. Confidence in client-facing roles and a willingness to base yourself in the ACT are essential.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to establish and lead a design function from the ground up, backed by secured work for the next five years. You'll have flexibility in resourcing, strong support from national leadership, and the chance to directly influence Canberra's infrastructure transformation. Salary is negotiable depending on experience, and relocation assistance will be provided.

Remuneration & Benefits

A competitive package is on offer, commensurate with experience. Relocation assistance is available for those moving to the ACT. Salary is negotiable for candidates presenting a strong case.

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your resume. For a confidential discussion, contact Joblin Partners on Please treat these details as confidential; unauthorised sharing may result in exclusion from the process.

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