Design Manager Embankments
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager - Embankments & Foundations to join one of Scandinavia's most significant rail infrastructure programmes.
Working as part of a major rail development project in the Stockholm region, you will play a critical role during the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase, leading and coordinating the development of embankment and foundation solutions for complex rail infrastructure works. The wider project includes the delivery of new railway infrastructure, major bridges, tunnels and transport facilities as part of a long-term strategic transportation investment.
This position offers the opportunity to help shape design strategy from an early stage whilst supporting future construction delivery as the project progresses into execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the design development of embankments, foundations and associated geotechnical works.
- Manage interfaces between designers, consultants, construction teams and client representatives.
- Provide technical leadership on:
- Embankment design
- Foundation design
- Piling design and piling methodologies
- Ground improvement solutions
- Temporary works relating to excavation and earth retention systems
- Review and challenge design proposals to ensure buildability, safety, programme compliance and cost efficiency.
- Support construction planning activities during the ECI phase.
- Manage specialist consultants and ensure quality and timely delivery of design outputs.
- Identify and mitigate geotechnical and construction risks.
- Participate in technical workshops, value engineering studies and design reviews.
- Work closely with the client and key stakeholders, including project teams based within Trafikverket offices.
Candidate Profile
We are interested in speaking with experienced Design Managers, Lead Geotechnical Engineers or Foundations Specialists who have successfully delivered large civil engineering and transport infrastructure projects.
Essential Experience
- Strong background in geotechnical engineering and foundation design.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary design packages.
- Experience with:
- Piling systems and piling technology selection
- Diaphragm walls
- Sheet piling
- Deep excavations
- Retaining structures
- Earthworks and embankments
- Proven involvement in large infrastructure projects such as rail, highways, bridges or major civil engineering works.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Eligibility to work within the EU.
Preferred Experience
- Previous experience working in Sweden or the Nordic region.
- Knowledge of Swedish standards, regulations and approval processes.
- Experience working on rail projects and transport authority schemes.
- Experience within Early Contractor Involvement (ECI), Alliance or Design & Build delivery models.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on one of Sweden's most important transportation infrastructure projects.
- Involvement from project inception through construction delivery.
- Long-term pipeline of work with potential for transition into permanent project leadership roles.
- Collaborative international project environment.
- Competitive remuneration package.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Design Manager Embankments
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