New Design Manager opportunity Cambridgeshire - Tier One

Involved on new build Commercial Projects, the Design Manager has a critical role to play within all aspects of the construction valued in excess of £80M.

The design management role can encompass overseeing internal and external design consultant teams, controlling the development of the design concept into manufacturing and managing the installation information. This can be a challenging and highly satisfying role with the Design Manager playing a key part in the overall success of a project.

• Manage the design process using commercial, contractual, programme / time awareness and technical expertise.
• Review and assist in tender opportunities and value engineering.
• Engage with and manage the external consultant and sub-contractor design teams.
• Prepare, manage, monitor and report on the Design Information Release Schedule, Design Programme and Design Responsibility Matrix.
• Ensure the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice where appropriate.
• Develop and implement the drawing and document control systems and protocols.
• Review and assist the Project Manager and Project Planner in developing the construction programme in conjunction with the design programme.
• Assist the Commercial Team in preparing and developing the procurement schedule.
• Lead and chair the project design team meetings and design coordination workshops.
• Assess and review project design information for content, quality, health & safety, CDM and compliance with ERs.
• Assist the Project Manager and Project QS in reviewing scope of all variation and change control requests.
• Implement and manage the site RFI process and register.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, statutory authorities and stakeholders as required to build key project relationships.
• Manage client expectations and requirements, and promote and manage client engagement within the project team.
• Provide support and advice to clients as to their requirements and obligations in the development of building design.
• Ensure design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescales.
• Strive to eliminate health and safety risks in the design and financial risks during construction.

Qualifications

Relevant design/construction related qualification.

Experience

• Construction industry experience.
• Experience in projects worth £80m
• Strong leadership skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• IT literate.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Good understanding of Construction processes and all aspects of Buildability.

Desirable

• Experience in the use of full MS Office suite.
• Experience in working with Document Control.
• Experience of Viewpoint or equivalent.
• Knowledge of BIM processes, procedures and software.

An excellent Salary Package is available to include Car Allowance, Hybrid Working, Pension & Life Assurance.

For more information or to discuss in confidence, please contact Michelle Doran at CSR on 02892627488. Alternatively, to apply, click on the link below.

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