Design Manager

Overview

Lead design coordination and delivery for complex construction projects from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• design coordination
• program management
• kpi monitoring
• value engineering
• client liaison

Tasks

-Review the design on an ongoing basis, identify potential interface problems & practicalities in construction, and resolve with the design team and specialist subcontractors. -Support and encourage the development of innovative design solutions to client’s briefs by the appointed design partner with input from the project team and subcontractors. -Chair and minute design team meetings and design workshops to arrive at solutions which are cost effective and meet the requirements of the procurement and construction activities. -Appoint/ evaluate the Design Coordinators. Ensuring terms and conditions of appointment are acceptable. -Contribute to the programmes to produce information for both procurement and construction purposes. Be able to control information flow to suit these parameters from consultants and sub-contractors alike and be able to identify and report when problems are occurring and deal with non-performing parties in a robust fashion. -Ensure that the scope sheets for each package in conjunction align with duties schedule and utilise these to feed design and procurement programmes and direct design team. -Produce, monitor, and drive production through appropriate use of KPIs for the design process. -Adopt a proactive approach to value engineering throughout the design phase, by keeping up to date with latest construction techniques and legislation. -Develop relationships with appointed design partners; review competences, ensure design deliverable dates are achieved, challenge buildability and audit their performance, raising any concerns swiftly. -Develop relationships with client during early concept stages; manage expectations of the project through regular communication and discussions regarding requirements and specifications. -Attend appropriate Subcontractor selection interviews, including preparation beforehand. -Review appropriate subcontract enquiries to subcontractor designed packages.

Requirements

• design manager
• leadership
• p6
• ms office
• c.eng
• construction

What You Bring

-Experience of working as a Design Manager for a main contractor ideally on aerospace/manufacturing projects in live occupied environments. -Effective leadership skills. -Analytical problem solver. -Ability to work independently and in a team environment. -Adaptable and flexible. -Ability to communicate with a range of people at all levels, both verbally and in writing. -Client and customer focused to build productive relationships. -Experience of P6, Microsoft Project or similar (desirable). -Ability to plan, report, organise and project manage, especially in relation to programme output. -Knowledge and experience of various design standards (e.g. WIMES, Client Standards). -Competent user of MS packages e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word. -Professionally qualified e.g. C.Eng or MCIOB (desirable) -Ability to make reasoned and informed judgements and coordinate decisions. -Understand the process and risks/opportunities related to managing the design. -Well-developed technical construction knowledge. -Competent user of collaborative platforms. -Degree qualified in a relevant construction subject.

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About Integral Uk Ltd

-Delivers exceptional engineering and maintenance services. -Provides tailored solutions for efficient and reliable operations in industrial and commercial sectors. -Specializes in large-scale projects in water resources, energy, and utilities. -Adapts to the changing engineering landscape with innovative solutions. -Focuses on sustainability and long-term operational success in complex, high-stakes projects. -Undertakes high-profile commercial developments and large infrastructure projects requiring meticulous planning. -Addresses a broad range of needs from industrial facilities to public utilities in both urban and rural settings.

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