Design Manager

Mane Contract Services; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK seeks an experienced Design Manager to join their project team in London Docklands. The role involves coordinating the design process across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with goals, budgets, and timelines. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and significant experience in design management, ideally within Data Centres. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering high-profile projects in a stimulating environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in design management within the construction industry.
• Data Centre experience is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process from concept to construction.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP design consultants.
• Identify design issues to avoid delays and ensure compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Work with first-generation construction company with operations across Ireland, UK and Northern Europe. We specialize in Critical Environments such as Data Centres, Life Sciences, Aviation, High Value Manufacturing and Critical Logistics.

We are currently seeking experienced and talented Design Managers to join our high performing project team in the London Docklands.

If you would like to join a company who wins high profile projects with blue chip clients and if you enjoy working in a stimulating environment.

REPORTING TO: Projects Director

Purpose of Role

As a Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating the design process across multiple construction projects. This role ensures that all design elements align with project goals, budgets and timelines.

Role Responsibilities

· Lead and manage the design process from concept to construction.

· Manage and coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP design consultants throughout all project phases.

· Review drawings and specifications for accuracy, completeness and constructability.

· Act as point of contact for design-related matters with clients, ensuring the design developments is on

program to allow construction to progress.

· Ensure all design disciplines are aligned and integrated in a timely manner to allow team review,

comment and follow up.

· Report design & engineering progress in client meetings highlighting any concerns or risks to the project.

and alignment with project budgets and schedules.

· Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements without compromising

design intent or quality.

· Review quality plans and ensure procedures are implemented on site, including design risk assessments

as per the project requirements.

· Identify and resolve design issues to avoid delays while ensuring compliance with

building regulations and standards.

The Candidate

· Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.

· Minimum 7 years of experience in design management within the construction industry,

preferably with a general contractor.

· Data Centre experience is desirable.

· Strong knowledge of design software systems (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) and construction processes.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

· Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Management

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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