LEIGHTON ASIA

Established in 1974 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Leighton Asia delivers a portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects throughout Asia. We are a proven leader in the delivery of complex tunnel, rail and road networks, and offering a comprehensive range of services spanning key sectors including civil infrastructure, advanced technology, buildings, energy and resources, and MEP.

We currently operate in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and India. Leveraging our international expertise and local knowledge, we are committed to delivering value-added solutions, bespoke and high-quality projects, and generating sustainable returns for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. Our ability to deliver results to our clients, shareholders and communities across a wide and culturally diverse region is made possible by our committed and high-performing ‘One Leighton Asia Team’.

Leighton Asia is a member of CIMIC Group, an engineering-led construction, mining, services and public private partnerships leader with a history dating back to 1899.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Manager to lead, coordinate, and optimize engineering and design processes across our data center construction projects in Thailand. This role ensures the seamless transformation of innovative ideas into high-quality deliverables. The Design Manager will oversee the engineering and AutoCAD (ACAD) teams, manage internal and external stakeholders, and ensure timely delivery of design solutions that meet project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Engineering Management

• Serve as the main link between construction teams, external design consultants, and client design teams.
• Provide clear direction on design requirements, priorities, and schedules.
• Review and verify design deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.

Site Coordination and Monitoring

• Collaborate with site engineers and construction teams to ensure designs align with on-site conditions.
• Conduct periodic inspections to confirm adherence to design guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance and updates during project progress meetings.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Review designs for compliance with engineering principles, codes, CAD/BIM standards, and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of designs, delivery schedules, and timesheets.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality, safety, and project standards.

People Management and Leadership

• Mentor and develop the engineering and ACAD teams to enhance technical and behavioral skills.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support team growth through training and professional development initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline (recognized by the Professional Engineers Board or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of experience, preferably split between contractors and consultants.
• Strong knowledge of civil and structural engineering, project management, and temporary works design.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams in Design & Construct (D&C) projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM, and digital design tools.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Thai.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and drive innovative solutions.
• Commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Timely delivery of high-quality engineering and design solutions.
• Positive feedback from project teams and clients.
• Minimal non-compliance with design and engineering standards.

Interested parties, please apply with full resume stating present and expected salary in your application.  By submitting your personal data for recruitment purposes, Applicants understood and agreed that the Company may retain such personal data up to a period of two years for the recruitment of any suitable position within the Company.

Information provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants who are not invited for an interview within 8 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful for the post applied.

For more information about Leighton Asia, please visit our  Leighton Company Website.