Senior Design Manager

Lendlease

The Role

Overview

Lead design management for complex construction projects, overseeing consultants and clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • design review
  • document management
  • bid management
  • consultant admin
  • project governance
  • client representation

Tasks

-Delivering sustainable outcomes including accreditations -Report to the Head of Design Management at regular intervals and key milestones on delivery of projects -Bid for new work collaboratively with project teams, quickly establish external relationships and secure work through reports and presentations -Reviewing and Administering Consultant Appointments -Manage process of design review and approval through documentation, documents management systems and inspections -Integrate and work alongside senior project team; e.g. Project Director, Commercial Director, Construction Director etc. -Represent the business at a senior level with clients, consultants and supply chain partners -Manage design through internal project governance e.g.:Bid and conversion commitment reviewsMonthly Project in Conversion / Project in Delivery ReviewsInternal and external audits -Deliver Design Management on projects with a high degree of independence using experience and judgement -Monthly Project in Conversion / Project in Delivery Reviews -Manage consultant design through pre-construction period with the integration of specialist designers -Manage high value complex projects in a variety of different sectors, client types and procurement contexts -Manage third party interfaces such as Planning and Building Control (RBCA)

Requirements

  • bim
  • cscs
  • chartered engineer
  • riba
  • cdm
  • sustainability

What You Bring

-Professional Construction Qualifications relevant to the role (Batchelors Degree in suitable subject e.g. Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management etc.). -Appropriate CSCS card for the role -Experience of negotiating Novated Appointments with Deeds of Variation -Knowledge of relevant legislation, construction laws, the regulatory framework, industry standards and technical guides -Ability to Plan, Manage and Monitor Design in line with the duties of the Building Safety Act Principal Designer -Working knowledge of BIM / CAD programmes -Extensive experience in working through the RIBA Work Stages -Thorough knowledge of Digital project integration delivery including, digital design (BIM), common data environments and project delivery programmes. -Through knowledge of the Building Safety Act and roles of BR Principal Designer and BR Principal Contractor -Thorough knowledge of Sustainability including the delivery of relevant accreditations -Competent IT skills and experience in relevant types of programmes; Microsoft Office, PDF Editing, Presentation software e.g. Adobe InDesign, BIM Model software e.g. Autodesk Construction Cloud. -Thorough knowledge of design and construction technical details -Registration with construction industry professional body e.g. Registered Architect or Chartered Engineer. -Experience in being a key client interface -Detailed knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts e.g. JCT Design and Build, Construction Management, Management Contracting and NEC -Able to use robust judgement in weighing up multiple, complex, sources of information and clearly communicate direction -The ability to think through design challenges as a designer in order manage outcomes with the design team and specialist designers. -Able to direct and negotiate with consultants at a senior level e.g. business owners -Experience in the creation and use of project control mechanisms. -Thorough knowledge of the design and construction process -Able to present technical and procedural material to audiences -Previous experience of leading a design team -Thorough knowledge of Construction Design Management 2015 Regulations and the roles of CDM Principal Designer and CDM Principal Contractor -Robust commercial awareness including contract conditions, deliverables, liability and responsibility -Detailed knowledge of the RIBA Work Stages and their deliverables -Extensive experience in managing consultants and design teams -Strong written and verbal communication skills both technical and non-technical to client, supply chain, peers and stakeholders -Thorough understanding of construction methodologies and their influencing factors, e.g. safety, fabrication, assembly, logistics, availability. -Experience in leading and championing safety initiatives

Benefits

-Private medical health benefit (Family cover available) -Industry leading parental leave -Flexible and hybrid work options -Car allowance -Up to 10% employer pension contribution -25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days -24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services -Life assurance -3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave -Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

The Company

About Lendlease

-Evolved into a global leader in property and infrastructure. -Focus on creating high-quality, sustainable projects that transform communities. -Iconic projects include large-scale urban developments, mixed-use precincts, and major infrastructure works. -Strong track record in managing complex developments, including residential, commercial, and public sector projects. -Diverse portfolio includes transportation hubs, health facilities, and major urban regeneration efforts. -Delivered major projects such as Barangaroo in Sydney, Victoria Harbour in Melbourne, and the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. -Known for its collaborative approach, working closely with clients, architects, and communities to create lasting impact. -Focus on long-term value, continuing to innovate and expand into new markets and sectors around the globe.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Residential

Mixed-use

Industrial

Infrastructure

Buildings

Government

Senior Design Manager at Lendlease in London, United Kingdom