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Design Manager – Multi-Discipline Infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design aspects of multi-discipline (civils, structural and MEICA) construction projects. The successful candidate will be accountable to the Senior Design Manager and Project Manager for ensuring effective design management, compliance with company standards, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. They will play a crucial role in project planning, execution and innovation, contributing to the successful delivery of our Nuclear Defence projects.
Job Responsibility:
Manage design partners to deliver design solutions for a complex, multi-discipline scheme in the Defence Nuclear sector
Develop and maintain relationships with our design partners and customer stakeholders
Be the main point of contact between our design partners and our construction team
Understand our design liabilities, support the development of appropriate strategies for managing these and support the development of design subcontracts
Manage the contractual relationship with our design partners
Manage the project design team and resource profile during bid and delivery stages
Oversee and coordinate the design process through RIBA and/or client gated process, ensuring innovation and continuous improvement
Ensure full compliance with design management procedures at both bid and delivery stages
Ensure appropriate and sustainable design resources, skill sets, and structures are put in place
Manage and coordinate design reviews and meetings to align design outputs with project objectives
Develop and maintain fully coordinated design programs integrated with the overall project timeline
Monitor design progress against the program and provide regular updates to the project team
Adopt a pro-active approach to managing design progress
Ensure design solutions align with commercial and construction requirements while adhering to budget constraints
Oversee change control processes and ensure necessary design modifications are approved and implemented
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and codes of practice
Requirements:
HND, HNC or Degree in Engineering or related discipline
Membership of relevant Professional Institute e.g., CIOB, ICE, IStructE, IMechE, IET) (desirable)
Experience in implementation of design strategies and approaches for infrastructure and/or major construction projects
In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, design processes, and compliance requirements
Proven ability to lead and provide a professional, comprehensive, and sustainable design service
Experience in delivery of Multi-Disciplinary design packages
Experience in collation of Pre-Construction information
Experience in bidding and winning work (desirable)
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong management skills with the ability to motivate self and colleagues
Excellent operational planning and time management skills
Sound knowledge of construction practices and standards
Specialist knowledge in chosen field
Nuclear experience desirable
Nice to have:
Membership of relevant Professional Institute e.g., CIOB, ICE, IStructE, IMechE, IET)
Experience in bidding and winning work
Nuclear experience
What we offer:
Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
Share-save scheme
Discounts like cycle-to-work and gym memberships
Support services for colleagues and their families