Design Manager - London

GRAHAM Building; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Manager to lead design processes and ensure project excellence in London. This role involves overseeing designs for various projects, collaborating with teams, and managing design programmes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Architecture or Construction Management and proven experience in a similar role. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity, teamwork, and excellence in design execution, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of construction.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Subsidised Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance Scheme

Contributory Pension

35 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role with a main contractor.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing designs for live projects and tenders.
• Managing design programmes and coordinating with teams.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Project Management Tools

Job description

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ROLE: Design Manager

LOCATION: London/ Southeast

DIVISION: Build

BENEFITS: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Are you ready to take the helm in driving design excellence within one of the industry's leading firms? Look no further! GRAHAM is on the lookout for a seasoned **Design Manager** to spearhead design and technical teams for projects and tenders across the London/ Southeast region.

Reporting to the Regional Design Manager, the Design Manager has responsibility for design management within the Building Division of Graham Construction.

Working as an integrated member of project delivery teams and contributing to project bidding, the Design Manager will contribute significantly to the continued success and growth of the Building Division and will be expected to meet personal development targets, project goals and business unit targets.

Excellent technical knowledge, creative thinking and team working are essential components of the job role.

About The Role

As our Design Manager, you will be at the forefront of managing design processes, ensuring buildability, efficiency, and optimal solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing permanent and temporary works designs for live projects and tenders.
• Collaborating closely with tender and project teams to align design expectations.
• Managing design programmes, incorporating them into the main programme.
• Fulfilling Designer duties for pre-construction operations under CDM Regulations.
• Providing design input for tender submissions and offering technical guidance as needed.
• Coordinating temporary works design elements and facilitating seamless information flow.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Architecture or Construction Management.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and project management tools.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking a candidate with:

• Proven experience in a similar role with a main contractor.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Dedication to quality and excellence in design execution.
  
  

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and join us in shaping the future of construction!

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Design Manager and the range of duties to be undertaken.

It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

Our Commitment

We are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.

GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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