Design Manager

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services firm in Belfast seeks a Pre-Construction Manager/Design Manager to lead building services design projects. The role requires strong experience in contract management or design consultancy and a solid understanding of compliance and building regulations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment with competitive remuneration and excellent benefits.

Benefits

29 days leave

Company pension scheme

Company HealthCare

On site parking

Health & well-being Committee

Death in Service

Qualifications

• Qualified to BEng/BSC/HNC/HND/NVQ4/equivalent or demonstrable experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of building services designs to completion.
• Engage with specialists for cost-effective solutions.
• Manage the BIM process and collaborate with the Revit team.

Skills

Contract management

Design consultancy

Building services installation

Microsoft Office

Revit

Navisworks

Interpersonal skills

Education

BEng/BSC/HNC/HND/NVQ4/equivalent

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Overview

Job Reference: JGPCM070825

Job Title: Pre Construction Manager/Design Manager

Salary: £Competitive DOE + excellent benefits package

Location: Belfast

Pre Construction Manager/Design Manager Are you looking for a Pre-Construction Manager/Design Manager role? Interested in working for a leading M&E Building Services company that deliver on numerous projects.

Remuneration: £Very Competitive DOE + excellent benefits package

Additional Benefits:

• 29 days leave
• Company pension scheme
• Company HealthCare
• On site parking
• Health & well-being Committee
• Death in Service - 2 times final salary - following one years' service at next subsequent renewal.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of exemplar building services designs to completion
• Engage & manage design consultants by clearly identifying responsibilities, deliverables and required timescales and monitoring progress throughout the process
• Engage with specialists to develop robust and cost effective solutions for Contractor Design Portions (CDP)
• Instigate technical workshops and attend design team meetings as required
• Ensure compliance with Employers Requirements, Building Regulations, Standards and all applicable Codes of Practice
• Assist in development of costs plans and ensure that design & procurement strategies are commercially advantageous
• Manage the BIM process in accordance with our internal protocols and work in collaboration with our internal Revit team to develop fully coordinated models for installation
• Develop & issue technical submittals for approval
• Interface with our delivery team through the design process to give an update on progress, programming and commercial issues
• Manage contracts during the design phase by issuing applications, Early Warnings & Compensation Events if necessary

The Ideal Person

• Qualified to BEng/BSC/HNC/HND/NVQ4/equivalent or demonstrable experience
• Experienced in either contract management or design consultancy
• Familiar with building services installation methods
• Knowledge of compliance, codes of practice and building regulations requirements
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Excel in particular)
• Familiar with Revit, Navisworks etc and BIM requirements
• Understanding of commercial aspects of building engineering services
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively as part of a dedicated team
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills
• Highly articulate with a clear and analytical approach to problem solving
• Strong appreciation of cost awareness
• Energetic, punctual, and reliable
• Ability to use your initiative and be decisive
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Demonstrate a positive, pro-active can-do attitude
• A good understanding of workplace health & safety
• Must be flexible to meet the demands of the business

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock for a confidential discussion
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