Design Manager

I’m currently recruiting on behalf of my client a reputable main

Sectors:
Education, Healthcare and Residential

Type:
Full-time (hybrid)

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for the management of preconstruction and construction phase design deliverables to support successful project delivery.

The main tasks and responsibilities include:

* Manage design on multiple projects throughout Pre-Construction, Construction, and Handover phases.

* Prepare designers’ appointments along with the design responsibilities matrix and schedule of services for each design consultant.

* Chair Design Coordination meetings with the Design Team.

* Manage the flow of information between all key stakeholders, including consultants, subcontractors, site teams, and clients.

* Manage the use of the Common Data Environment with the assistance of a document controller (Viewpoint 4 Projects).

* Produce the Design Release Schedule in coordination with the project programme and procurement schedule and monitor the release of design information against the agreed schedule.

* Coordinate the Design Team and specialist designing subcontractors.

* Provide technical advice as necessary to the client/project team, encourage innovative cost-effective solutions, and review design and specifications for alternatives to provide added value.

* Compile SAP/SBEM information for submission and compliance with Building Regulations.

* Contribute to achieving environmental assessment schemes for buildings, such as BREEAM and Passivhaus.

* Manage the process of ensuring that planning conditions, building control approvals, section agreements, and any other scheme-specific standards are signed off in a timely manner.

* Obtain service/utilities connection and disconnection quotes for projects.

* Work with consultants such as ecologists and arboriculturists to determine project requirements.

To be successful in this role you will bring:

Essential

* Previous experience working in a design management capacity for a main contractor is essential

* DfE and/or healthcare experience preferred

Core behaviours which will help you to be successful in this role include:

* Acts with honesty and integrity;

* Takes responsibility and accountability;

* Is a team player;

* Takes responsibility for safety;

* Has strong morals;

* Builds and manages strong relationships;

* Strong levels of self-awareness;

The successful candidate will be provided with training and mentoring as required.

This is a full-time position, with core working hours between 08:30 – 17:00.

Salary: £60K -£70K This it will be based on experience

If is of your interest apply with the latest version of your cv or call Georgeta for a confidential chat