Design Manager

Flynn; London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in Critical Environments is seeking a Design Manager to lead and coordinate design processes for multiple construction projects. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in managing complex designs, ensuring alignment with project goals and budgets. In addition to competitive remuneration, the opportunity offers a structured career progression program aimed at developing talents within the company.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package including salary and bonuses

Pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Professional development programs and mentoring

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process from concept to construction.
• Coordinate design consultants throughout all project phases.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and ensure compliance with building regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Flynn is a 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, then Flynn is the company for you.

REPORTING TO: Projects Director

Purpose of Role

As a Design Manager with Flynn, 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.
• Review and critique design documents for accuracy, constructability, code compliance,
  
  

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.
  
  

Remuneration

Flynn offer a competitive remuneration package to include basic salary, pension and life assurance, healthcare, and a car allowance/company vehicle.

Career Path

Flynn implement a highly structured career progression programme through a continual professional development programme (PDP) and mentoring programme which has been the foundation to our success. As a Design Manager the operational career path for highly performing individuals is to progress to Senior Design Manager to Head of Design.

Flynn is an equal opportunities employer

For further details on Flynn's Privacy Statement, please go to: https://www.flynnmc.com/privacy

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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