Design Manager

Posted

Summary

SA Other
Contract
Government / Local Government
State Government

Details

  • Work on impactful water projects
  • Exposure to multi-disciplinary engineering teams
  • Competitive hourly rate and flexibility

  • 12 month contract 
  • State Government Agency 
  • Adelaide, SA Location 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a State Government Agency to engage 4x Design Managers. This position is located in their busy Adelaide office for an initial 12 month contract.
  
About the Position
The Design Managers will lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-quality, safe, and cost-effective design solutions. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

Duties

  • Lead multi-disciplinary design teams
  • Ensure safety and compliance standards
  • Review and approve technical outputs
  • Manage project cost and schedule
  • Communicate with stakeholders regularly

Requirements/Skills

  • B.Eng or equivalent qualification
  • Proven leadership and team management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving
  • Stakeholder engagement and influence skills
  • Experience in design and reporting

Benefits working with this Client

  • Work on impactful water projects
  • Exposure to multi-disciplinary engineering teams
  • Competitive hourly rate and flexibility

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

  • Weekly pay  
  • Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
  • Dedicated consultant per contract
  • Employee Assistance Program available
  • Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 09:00am 13/03/2026
Consultant: Te Aroha
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.

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