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Graham

Senior Design Manager - Buildings

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Graham
A multi-disciplinary construction services company delivering projects across diverse sectors.
Lead design and execution of major building projects with focus on quality, compliance, cost.
12d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Financing & Alternative Delivery Models
Digital Construction & Delivery
Self‑Perform Capabilities
Maintenance & Turnarounds
Pre‑Construction & Early Contractor Involvement
Construction
Real Estate Development
Retrofits, Modernizations, Renovations & Improvements
Sector Specialisms
Agriculture & Forestry
Airports, Seaports & Export Facilities
Education
Energy & Power
Hospitals & Healthcare
Light Industrial
Maintenance & Turnaround
Mining & Minerals
Role
What you would be doing
clash detection
design auditing
esdc management
risk mitigation
design management
deliverable review
  • Oversee and enforce design policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
  • Identify and mitigate risks within the design process
  • Manage clash-detection processes to enhance design coordination
  • Audit design documents to meet performance specifications and industry quality standards
  • Manage the ESDC (Engineering Services During Construction) process during execution phases
  • Oversee Consultant teams to ensure they meet deliverable deadlines and project milestones
  • Lead the Design Management of projects from inception through execution
  • Ensure timely submission and quality of design deliverables
  • Communicate contract variances and budget impacts to the Commercial team
  • Provide expert support to the Pre-Construction Director, Project Director, and Project Execution team
  • Conduct area checks, assess layout efficiency, and optimize gross-up factors
  • Guide ongoing design efforts to achieve minimal compliance and cost-effective solutions
What you bring
navisworks
revit
bim
engineering degree
design-build
15+ years
  • Extensive experience in designing and constructing Hospitals and Long-Term Care Facilities preferred
  • Degree in Engineering or Architecture (LEED, PMP, and P.Eng designations are assets)
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and BIM software tools
  • Strong working knowledge of Navisworks (3D & 4D) and REVIT (data extraction, model analysis)
  • Proven success working within Design-Build procurement methods
  • Knowledge of Lean or IPD projects is an asset
  • 15+ years of experience in construction design management
Benefits
  • 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience
  • Pension savings plan with employer match
  • Salary will commensurate with education and experience
  • Excellent Flexible Health & Dental benefits plan, Life and Disability Insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
50 Years
Experience
Established with a long-standing commitment to excellence in construction services.
  • From humble beginnings, the company has expanded its operations across the UK and internationally.
  • Specializes in delivering complex, large-scale projects in sectors like energy, infrastructure, and residential.
  • Has a proven track record of successfully completing projects in both the public and private sectors.
  • Known for managing intricate projects with diverse technical requirements.
  • Focus on quality and innovation in the construction industry.
Culture + Values
100% Employee-owned
Ownership Structure
The company is fully owned by its employees, fostering a culture of shared ownership and responsibility.
  • Commitment
  • Integrity
  • Reliability
  • Strong ethics and compliance
  • Safety-first mindset with Serious Injury & Fatality prevention
Environment + Sustainability
3% Reduction
Carbon Emissions
Achieved a 3% reduction in carbon emissions over the past year.
30M+ Hours
Worker Safety
Achieved over 30 million LTI-free hours from 2023 to 2025, demonstrating a commitment to workplace safety.
120,000 L
Fuel Efficiency
Reduced annual fuel consumption by integrating a hybrid fleet, contributing to lower emissions.
97% Diversion
Waste Management
Achieved 97% diversion of material from landfill at the Shoreline, WA project.
  • Donated over 500 devices to schools to reduce e-waste (2022)
  • Joined Vision 2045 initiative aligning with UN SDGs by 2045
  • Fleet efficiency improvements and supplier partnerships to collect embodied carbon data
  • Net-zero target validated by SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative)
  • Baseline for net-zero: direct emissions by 2030 and full value-chain by 2040
Inclusion & Diversity
1,800+ Trained
DEI Training Completion
Over 1,800 employees completed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)-related training.
$757M + $105M Spend
Supply Chain Diversity
Significant investments in medium enterprises and minority-owned businesses.
$200M Contractor Spend
Diverse Contractors
Close to $200 million spent with Indigenous, female, and LGBTQ2+ contractors.
$200M+ Spend
DEI Outcomes
Over $200 million supplier spend with underrepresented groups supports diversity initiatives.
  • Participation in Women in Construction Week and Construction Inclusion Week
  • Workforce includes strong representation from Indigenous and visible minority communities (2024)
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