Design Manager

About the Company

BESIX Watpac is an Australian construction business with broad multi-discipline capability and the backing of a century of international experience and financial strength. As a fully owned member of the award-winning BESIX Group, the company delivers complex projects across building and infrastructure sectors.

The wider group has more than $14B in current work, operates across 26 countries, and employs around 10,000 people worldwide. Its portfolio includes landmark work such as Burj Khalifa, reflecting a strong track record in innovation and engineering excellence. With hubs in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, the organisation is focused on delivering sustainable solutions for the future.

Role Overview

BESIX Watpac is looking for a Design Manager to join the Queensland Construction team in Brisbane. The position plays a central role in supporting excellent project delivery through strong design leadership, coordination, and control.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct consultants to produce high-quality design documentation that is completed on schedule, within budget, and aligned with the project brief.
• Oversee design reviews to confirm compliance with regulations and building requirements.
• Assess design practicality together with the construction team and trade subcontractors to improve delivery efficiency.
• Contribute actively to developing the project delivery methodology.
• Keep design quality management processes in place and effective.

Qualifications and Experience

The role calls for a relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering.

Applicants should have experience working with a principal contractor on large-scale design and construct building projects from start through to completion.

You should be comfortable working with external consultants to achieve the best project outcomes and be able to perform well in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.

Additional Information

In addition to a competitive salary package and long-term career growth opportunities, employees receive a range of benefits, including:

• Three extra wellbeing leave days each year.
• An awards and recognition program for employees who demonstrate the organisation's values.
• Access to a wellbeing program with annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Corporate discounts on gym memberships, meal subscriptions, and other offers.
• Social activities and family days.

Diversity and Inclusion

The company is committed to a workplace where people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, educational backgrounds, and appearances are respected, supported, and empowered. Candidates who do not meet every requirement but have transferable experience are encouraged to apply if they feel they would be a strong fit.

Values and Acknowledgement

The team works on major projects that are intended to be remembered for generations. The company also recognises and respects the Traditional Custodians of the land where it operates, including Elders past, present, and emerging.