Design Manager

BAM Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Manager to lead design management in the Western region. This pivotal role involves overseeing the design process, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams and subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both design and construction processes, with a passion for digital innovation. Join a company that values sustainability and inclusivity, and be part of a team dedicated to building a better tomorrow. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee growth, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Contributory Pension

BUPA Health Insurance

Life Assurance

25 Days Holiday

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Gym Subsidy

BAM Social Club Membership

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of design and construction processes.
• Ability to manage design packages and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process for cost-efficient design packages.
• Liaise with subcontractors and design teams to meet client requirements.
• Oversee multiple projects and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Design Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Digital Construction

Education

HNC in Building Studies

Degree in Design Management

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

BAM Construction is recruiting a Design Manager to join the Western region and based out of our offices in Bristol. Reporting to the Regional Design Manager, you will oversee the design management discipline, digital discipline, and establish and monitor robust strategies for new opportunities during pre-construction.

Your mission

1. You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages.
2. Liaise with subcontractors, design team members, and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets the clients' requirements and conforms to building regulations.
3. Overseeing a variety of contract types and multiple live projects, you will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process.
4. Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with both clients and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements.
5. Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings.

Who are we looking for?

1. A “can-do” and collaborative approach.
2. Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required.
3. A desire to constantly learn, improve and share knowledge and experience.
4. An understanding of both the design and construction processes, and the interface between them.
5. Desire to drive improvements and benefits through embracing digital construction.
6. Excellent communication skills, both at the personal level and more formal reporting level.
7. HNC in Building Studies, Degree in Design Management or Architecture.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an attractive salary, we offer a significant benefits package including a company car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (increases with length of service), holiday purchase scheme, gym subsidy, and BAM social club membership.

Your work environment

People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We’re on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

Be you! Join us today, so we can achieve amazing things together and build a sustainable tomorrow.

Who are we?

The art of building is about building for communities; it’s about building for life. Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar.

Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day.

Our recruitment process, what you need to know?

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.