Design Manager – MEP & BIM Coordination Lead

CTS Group; Fyresdal; On-site; NOK 1,068,000 - 1,382,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking a Design Manager to ensure timely, coordinated, and compliant designs across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines for data centre projects.

The role requires leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing consultants and subcontractors, and aligning with client requirements, regulatory standards, and project timelines. Strong BIM experience and proven delivery of complex projects are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical), or Construction-related discipline.
• 8–10 years of experience in design management or technical coordination roles.
• Experience on data centre or other mission-critical / MEP-heavy projects is essential.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and digital coordination platforms (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Solibri).
• Excellent technical knowledge across multiple disciplines including CSA and MEP.
• Experience managing consultant and subcontractor design deliverables.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within specification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept through to construction, ensuring timely delivery of design packages.
• Manage coordination between design consultants, internal engineering teams, subcontractors, and the client.
• Oversee the integration of architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines, ensuring a fully coordinated and clash-free design.
• Drive design reviews, value engineering, and constructability workshops.
• Manage design changes and ensure impact assessments are communicated and implemented effectively.
• Maintain design programme in alignment with the overall construction schedule and procurement strategy.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory standards, local planning and building codes, and client specifications (e.g., Uptime Tier classification, BREEAM, LEED).
• Support the procurement team with technical input on design scope, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Work closely with BIM/VDC teams to ensure effective model management and design coordination.
• Review and sign off on drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Facilitate communication between design and site teams to resolve technical issues promptly.
• All other duties associated with this role.

Skills

BIM coordination

Multidisciplinary coordination

Technical leadership

Quality control

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction-related discipline

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Solibri

Job description

CTS Group is seeking a Design Manager to ensure timely, coordinated, and compliant designs across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines for data centre projects.

The role requires leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing consultants and subcontractors, and aligning with client requirements, regulatory standards, and project timelines. Strong BIM experience and proven delivery of complex projects are essential.