Senior Design Manager - Buildings

Graham; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham, a leading construction solutions partner, is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee major building projects. In this pivotal role, you will ensure design quality and compliance, manage consultant teams, and contribute to innovative project delivery across various sectors such as healthcare and education. This position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for ongoing career development and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Excellent Flexible Health & Dental benefits plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Pension savings plan with employer match

3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in construction design management.
• Extensive experience in designing Hospitals and Long-Term Care Facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean or IPD projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of major building projects.
• Oversee design policies and compliance requirements.
• Manage clash-detection processes to enhance design coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Risk Management

Design Compliance

Cost Efficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

BIM software tools

Navisworks

REVIT

MS Office Suite

Job description

Grahamis an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role:

Graham is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead the development and execution of major building projects, ensuring the highest standards of design quality, compliance, and cost efficiency. Reporting to the Senior Design Director, you will play a pivotal role in the Pre-Construction process, managing risk, guiding design strategy, and overseeing Consultant teams to ensure seamless project execution. You’ll be responsible for facilitating collaboration between stakeholders and design teams, ensuring the best possible solutions for our clients while maintaining contractual and compliance obligations.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking design professional who thrives in high-impact environments and is passionate about shaping innovative, efficient, and compliant design solutions.

As a Senior Design Manager, at Graham you will:

• Oversee and enforce design policies, procedures, and compliance requirements

• Identify and mitigate risks within the design process

• Guide ongoing design efforts to achieve minimal compliance and cost-effective solutions

• Conduct area checks, assess layout efficiency, and optimize gross-up factors

• Manage clash-detection processes to enhance design coordination

• Ensure timely submission and quality of design deliverables

• Audit design documents to meet performance specifications and industry quality standards

• Communicate contract variances and budget impacts to the Commercial team

• Lead the Design Management of projects from inception through execution

• Provide expert support to the Pre-Construction Director, Project Director, and Project Execution team

• Oversee Consultant teams to ensure they meet deliverable deadlines and project milestones

• Manage the ESDC (Engineering Services During Construction) process during execution phases

Qualifications/Experience:

• 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)

• 15+ years of experience in construction design management

• Knowledge of Lean or IPD projects is an asset

• Proven success working within Design-Build procurement methods

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and BIM software tools

• Strong working knowledge of Navisworks (3D & 4D) and REVIT (data extraction, model analysis)

Compensation:

• Salary will commensurate with education and experience
• Excellent Flexible Health & Dental benefits plan, Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension savings plan with employer match
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

As Graham's trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg aids in the hiring of skilled professionals who play a crucial role in the success of Graham's Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, Maintenance and Turnaround projects across Canada.

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