Design Manager

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting group seeks a Design Manager to lead façade design projects in London. This role involves coordinating design teams, ensuring project deliverables, and producing detailed architectural documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecture or civil engineering, significant experience in the construction industry, and a passion for sustainable design. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and is committed to creating exceptional built environments. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the field of façade design, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Significant experience in construction and façade design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team and ensure project deliverables are met.
• Produce detailed façade systems and documentation.
• Coordinate with relevant parties to resolve project issues.

Skills

Façade Design

Architectural Drafting

Communication Skills

Project Management

Knowledge of Standards and Codes

Planning and Organisational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Client Focus

Sketching for Presentation

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

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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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 with offices 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 continuing improvement in international building standards.

We have a collaborative approach that unites the experience and expertise of our people across our international network of offices. Our clients are traditional engineers, architects and those who are involved in changing our built environment 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 and all other disciplines across the globe.

This includes responsibility for all design, documentation, administration and compliance with project constraints undertaken for Façade and all other disciplines. You will also need to fulfil legal responsibilities commensurate with your position.

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

1. The main contact for the project design team and ensure project deliverables are met
2. Coordinate and develop delivery systems with the Dubai Office for Project Documentation as required
3. Build the design discipline and team in London
4. Produce details of façade systems based on architectural sketches and assist in the delivery of detailed façade tender packages
5. Provide 2D drafting using Autocad software for architectural documentation and detailed working drawings such as architectural façade tender submissions and shop drawing packages for Façade/Curtain wall projects and prepare material schedules
6. Provide 3D drafting using AutoCAD, Rhino, Solidworks and/or Sketchup Pro to develop 3-dimensional details for design development and/or drawing documentation as required
7. Interpret and produce fabrication-level detailed drawings, sketches and written instructions
8. Coordinate with the relevant parties to raise/resolve project-related issues which could affect the delivery of the documentation
9. Maintain internal document control of drawings and changes in accordance with Inhabit standards
10. Review and evaluate design deliverables to ensure buildability and compliance, liaising with the clients design team and specialist suppliers

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

1. Master's degree in Architecture (or 5-year equivalent) or Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering
2. Significant experience working in the construction industry
3. Extensive familiarity with façade systems, façade design, materials and fabrication/manufacture
4. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
5. Ability to hand sketch for presentation purposes
6. Client and team-focused
7. Knowledge of relevant standards and codes for façades and services
8. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
9. Planning and organisational skills
10. 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 everyone's 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