Design Manager

Location
Parramatta NSW
 
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Posted: 23/07/2026
Closing Date: 22/08/2026
Salary: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Parramatta
Job Category: Civil
Great office – Great work – Great people

Indesco stands at the forefront of engineering, renowned for delivering cutting-edge design solutions across civil, structural, facade, and traffic engineering projects. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and client satisfaction has solidified our position as industry leaders..

Join Indesco - Where Excellence Meets Opportunity

Are you prepared to dive into a variety of complex projects?

Join a team of experts who thrive on challenges and take technical leadership in your field. At Indesco, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact while working on challenging all civil engineering projects for our city. As part of our growing team, you’ll not only contribute to shaping cutting-edge projects, but also help build and lead a team and business unit.

If you're passionate about growth and innovation, we'd love to have you on board.

Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Civil Designer/ Design Manager provides design review and verification and management of the digital engineering systems with a focus on improving Indesco standards and design systems efficiency across all offices. This role supports the Project Managers to manage the Canberra Design team and mentor junior team members.

Key responsibilities

Digital Integration: Deliver strategies for the continuous improvement and maintenance of digital engineering production systems across all offices.

Lead the integration of current and future design platforms, including 12d / Revit / Acad / GIS.

Prepare and coordinate technical training and lead regular Indesco design team meetings.

Design Management: Manage Canberra Civil Design team based on work priorities identified by the Project Managers.

Manage design packaging and design interfaces.

Project Operations: Monitor design costs and provide regular updates to the Project Managers.

Arrange access to information, material and training to complete design and drafting work in accordance with the specification.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with across the business to ensure efficient use of digital engineering production systems.

Team Membership: Support a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the team.

Provide supervision, guidance, and mentoring to junior designers to support their professional growth and development.

Governance: Work in accordance with the Business Management System (BMS) and adhere to all Indesco QA, policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

Excellent work environment with the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders

A vibrant, dynamic environment that rewards self-starters looking for career progression

Great projects across a range of scales and sectors

A range of employee benefits such as salary sacrificing, health initiatives and great social events

Opportunities for growth and skill development with our diverse range of challenging projects

ABOUT YOU

Minimum 15 years’ experience in civil design essential

Expert in 12D civil design packages essential

Demonstrated experience in design and documentation system management and development essential

Knowledge of Australian, state, and local design standards and industry practices essential

Knowledge of WHS Acts/Legislation and Environment Legislation desirable.

Exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.

Communicates effectively and professionally, fostering strong relationships within project teams and with stakeholders

Qualifications

Qualification in industry related or relevant course desirable