Design Manager

Description

The role of the Design Manager involves overseeing the design management of underground stations throughout their lifecycle, from the initial design phase to the construction stage.

• Carry out all engineering administration in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicates complex design concepts and requirements to a diverse range of stakeholders, including transit authorities, city planners, contractors, and community groups.
• Assess design changes for impacts on schedule, costs, requirements, and interfaces, providing informed recommendations.
• Responsible for construction strategies and management of building permits submission to the authorities as needed
• Interface with project teams to determine schedules, monitor design progress, support systems integration, and coordinate handovers between disciplines, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements at all stages of the project, including design, integration, and validation of temporary works and staging
• Manage design, integration, and interface management, providing clear direction to project engineering teams to meet specified technical requirements and schedules.
• Develop and maintain design management plans and the requirements traceability matrix, leading the preparation of Interface Control Documents.
• Oversee the successful delivery of project-related design activities across various disciplines, ensuring compliance with project schedules and budgets.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between all disciplines and the temporary works designer to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements

FCC Construcción has been present in Canada for more than 25 years, involved in innovative subway infrastructure work, such as the Highway 407 stations and Northern Tunnels for the Toronto York Spadina Subway Line Expansion, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Fredericton Moncton Highway.

• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills with the ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client, project, and technical issues to bring the project to successful completion.
• Previous experience working with TTC.
• Proven experience in deep underground station design.
• Proven experience in design of interchange stations with existing subway systems.
• Possesses a strong understanding of industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental considerations related to underground station design.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies is a plus.
• Adept at creating and managing comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports. This ensures clarity and consistency in design intentions and provides a solid foundation for construction activities.
• Proficient in overseeing the design process for underground stations, portals, and/or tunnels from initial concept through to final construction. This includes ensuring that all design elements align with project goals, regulations, and stakeholder requirements, leading to successful project outcomes.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in design management, focused on underground stations, tunnels, portals or similar infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera P6, MP)
• A proven track record of project leadership, success, and team collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or architecture, or any related field.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance