Design Manager

Egis; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the engineering sector is seeking a Design Manager for their London office. The role involves overseeing façade design projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with high standards. Ideal candidates will hold advanced degrees in architecture or engineering, bringing extensive industry experience and strong communication skills to drive innovative design solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or architecture fields.
• Significant construction industry experience, especially in façade systems.
• Ability to handle design and compliance for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Main contact for project design team and ensure deliverables are met.
• Coordinate efforts with the Dubai office for project documentation.
• Produce façade system details and assist in tender package development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client and team-focused

Planning and organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of standards and codes

Ability to hand sketch

Education

Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Solidworks

Sketchup Pro

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General information

Organisation

Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering and mobility service sectors.
We design and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings capable of responding to the climate emergency and helping to achieve more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development.
With operations in countries, Egis places the expertise of its 18, employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovation accessible to all projects.
Improving people's quality of life and supporting communities in their social and economic development, whilst drastically reducing carbon emissions and achieving vital net zero targets, that's our purpose.

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Position description

Job title

Design Manager

Contract type

Permanent contract

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Company Description

About Inhabit

Inhabit is an innovative consulting group exclusively focused on providing specialist engineering services withoffices in Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Europe. We partner with some of the world's most well-known
architects, builders and industry regulatory authorities in the development and creation of sustainable, built
environments that redefine 'Living Engineering'.

Our vision: To be the world's leading Specialist Engineering Services Provider and recognised
leader at producing works of exceptional quality and value.

Our mission: To build, better, more efficient buildings and to set benchmarks for continuingimprovement in international building standards.

We have a collaborative approach that unites the experience and expertise of our people across our internationalnetwork of offices. Our clients are traditional engineers, architects and those who are involved in changing our builtenvironment with vision and sustainability as the focus.

Job description

List of responsibilities

The Facade Design Manager forms part of the Design team within the global structure of the company and
assumes general responsibilities that proactively contribute to the growth of Façade Design capabilities andall other disciplines across the globe.

This includes responsibility for all design, documentation, administration and compliance with project constraintsundertaken for Façade and all other disciplines.

You will also need to fulfil legal responsibilities commensuratewith your position.

The following is an overview of the responsibilities and performance standards required of the Facade Design
Manager:

Duties include but not limited to:

The main contact for the project design team and ensure project deliverables are met

Coordinate and develop delivery systems with the Dubai Office for Project Documentation as required

Build the design discipline and team in London

Produce details of façade systems based on architectural sketches and assist in the delivery of detailedfaçade tender packages

Provide 2D drafting using Autocad software for architectural documentation and detailed working drawingssuch as architectural façade tender submissions and shop drawing packages for Façade/Curtain wallprojects and prepare material schedules

Provide 3D drafting using AutoCAD, Rhino, Solidworks and/or Sketchup Pro to develop 3-dimensional detailsfor design development and/or drawing documentation as required

Interpret and produce fabrication-level detailed drawings, sketches and written instructions

Coordinate with the relevant parties to raise/resolve project-related issues which could affect the delivery
of the documentation

Maintain internal document control of drawings and changes in accordance with Inhabit standards

Review and evaluate design deliverables to ensure buildability and compliance, liaising with the clients
design team and specialist suppliers

Qualifications
Skills and Experience

Master's degree in Architecture (or 5-year equivalent) or Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Significant experience working in the construction industry

Extensive familiarity with façade systems, façade design, materials and fabrication/manufacture

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to hand sketch for presentation purposes

Client and team-focused

Knowledge of relevant standards and codes for façades and services

Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Planning and organisational skills

Be flexible to meet the varied demands of the role

You must have the right to work in the UK

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyones contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Inhabit is a part of the Egis group of companies. To learn more visit

Position location

Job location

Europe, United Kingdom

City

London

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

4-Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science

Minimum level of experience required

N/A