Design Manager - Building / Construction – London / Hybrid working
What Makes It GREAT?
-Long term local London / South East projects.
-Stable pipeline of work and diverse projects including Commercial, Leisure, Education, Health and Residential.
-Reputable Tier 1 building contractor
-Good work life balance (Mix of office / site visits and remote working)
COMPANY:
We are recruiting for a Design Manager to join a reputable tier 1 building contractor working on general build construction sector projects local to London / South East region.
Open to considering an already experienced Design Manager or a Design Coordinator looking promotion.
ROLE:
To manage and co-ordinate the design of complex and large value projects (£50m plus) from tender stage through to the completion of construction stage design information. To utilise construction knowledge and experience to develop innovative and cost effective design solutions in conjunction with the design team, apply value engineering principles to ensure best value for all parties, and ensure an effective construction phase by applying an understanding of site management practices, interface management, risks, costs and co-ordination.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of undertaking design management activities at both tender and construction stages. This experience will include working on single stage, two stage and negotiated contracts across a range of sectors including education (schools, further and higher), health, commercial, residential, accommodation, retail and industrial.
DUTIES
As Design Manager the role will be responsible for the management of design related issues across multiple sectors on both preconstruction and the Construction Stages of individual projects.
The function requires experience in the appointment and management of consultants, monitoring the production of detailed design and managing the design appraisal review process for projects in delivery.
Must be experienced in managing the design process, identifying design solutions, design risk and opportunities to support the business in delivering existing pipeline and securing new work.
Responsible for all design activities in conjunction with the development team and transition to the delivery teams.
Manage all aspects of the consultants and specialist sub-contractors activities working with commercial teams to negotiate their appointments.
REQUIREMENTS:
To be considered for this Design Manager role you must meet the following criteria:
- Knowledge of Building Sector.
- Previous employment as a Design Co-ordinator, D&B Coordinator, D&B Manager or Design Manager.
- Previous experience in building sector projects such as Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare.
-Public sector project experience being very advantageous.
- Previous Main Contractor employment.
- High level of communication skills.
- Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc).
Remuneration:
The successful Design Manager will receive:
*Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience)
*Car Allowance
*Pension
To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now.
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