Design Manager

Design Manager – Devon
A national main contractor is seeking a Design Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. The Design Manager will manage the design phase of construction projects from concept development to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with project objectives, codes, regulations, and standards, for example, fire, planning and building control, among others.

This contractor rewards their team generously! They offer a competitive package with flexible benefits tailored to suit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, private medical coverage, life assurance, car scheme and incentive bonuses!

Key responsibilities include managing the design from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with regulations, selecting design partners, participating in procurement, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders. The role also includes reviewing design consultants' work for quality and integrity.

Requirements:

• Able to use Microsoft suite of office programmes including Excel, Word, Outlook and Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, use appropriate software to review 3D models.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and design principles, experience in a similar role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• A construction-related degree or working toward CIOB membership.
• A valid driving license and CSCS card.

The ideal candidate will be adaptable, a strong team player, a forward planner, and capable of managing risks and opportunities while focusing on delivering cost-effective solutions.

Should you wish to discuss, please do call RGB Recruitment Exeter and ask for Nicky Harris.