Design Manager - Foundations

Become a Design Manager with DEME in Belgium, overseeing offshore wind foundation design. Lead a team of engineers, manage complex project challenges, and support tender processes. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance, personal training opportunities, and a focus on employee wellbeing. Join DEME as a Design Manager in Belgium, reinforcing the offshore wind foundation design team. You will lead the foundation design process for renewable energy projects, managing a team of engineers and interfacing with specialists to solve complex challenges. Enjoy an extensive mobility program for work-life balance, a personal training journey for professional growth, and a stimulating workplace focused on employee wellbeing.

DEME Belgium On-site Full Time UTC+01:00

DEME

Company Overview

Name

DEME

Headquarters

Zwijndrecht, Netherlands

Year Founded

1991

Business Model

Sector

Marine Engineering and Environmental Services

Core Activities

DEME specializes in dredging, land reclamation, and environmental remediation.

Revenue Streams

Revenue is generated through contracts in dredging, offshore wind farm construction, and environmental projects.

Locations & Geography

Global Presence

DEME operates in multiple countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Company Culture

Mission & Values

DEME's mission is to provide innovative solutions for sustainable marine and environmental projects.

Work Environment

The work environment is collaborative, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.

Employee Development

DEME invests in employee development through training programs and career advancement opportunities.

Activities & Projects

Current Projects

Recent notable projects include the construction of offshore wind farms and coastal protection works.

Innovations

DEME is known for its innovative use of technology in dredging and environmental solutions.

Sustainability Practices

DEME implements sustainable practices in all projects, focusing on minimizing environmental impact.

Career Opportunities

Job Openings

Typical job openings at DEME include project managers, engineers, and environmental specialists.

Benefits & Perks

DEME offers competitive salaries, health benefits, and opportunities for international assignments.

Contact Information

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Job Description

DEME is searching for a motivated Design Manager to reinforce the offshore wind foundation design team. If you are an experienced professional with relevant engineering expertise in the offshore structures domain, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team of engineers specialized in the successful delivery of design-build (EPCI) foundation and balance of plant (BoP) renewable energy projects, such as the innovative Saint-Nazaire and Arcadis Ost 1 projects. As a design manager, you will be leading the foundation design process of one of our offshore wind projects or tenders. Together, we work on DEME’s vision of creating a sustainable future.

Responsibilities

Lead the foundation design process aimed at delivering an optimal foundation solution considering the full project life cycle, stakeholder requirements, and Client’s success criteria.
Manage an internal team of design and expert engineers for various design stages.
Interface with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and specialists for solving complex project challenges related to the design, fabrication, installation, and operation of offshore wind farms.
Provide engineering expertise and advice to support the successful execution of our offshore wind foundation projects and tenders, including review of reports and drawings from third-party design consultants.
Perform conceptual development and high-level calculations of potential foundation design solutions.
Support the commercial tendering process by reviewing tender documents and providing technical support to contractual Client meetings.
Lead the selection and contracting process of third-party design consultants.
Initiate and maintain design management tools throughout various design phases, including a design time schedule, opportunity and risk register, design decision register, and design management plan.
Lead and/or support in a range of innovative internal research and development studies.

Requirements

Academic degree in civil, mechanical, or marine engineering;
at least 5 years of relevant working experience;
team player demonstrating initiative and effective communication skills;
fluent in verbal and written English

Offer

An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance;
a personal training journey which allows you to develop personally and professionally;
a stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;
a people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.