Design Manager

The opportunity

We’re working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor to find an experienced Design Manager for multiple multi million pound DFE projects across Yorkshire.

This is a key role where you’ll lead and coordinate the design process from development through to delivery. You’ll make sure the design is buildable, compliant and value-engineered, and that the information the delivery team needs reaches them on time.

Key responsibilities

* Manage the full design team (architects, structural, civil and MEP consultants, and specialist subcontractors) through each design stage

* Produce and maintain the design programme and the information required schedule (IRS), in line with the construction programme

* Run design team meetings, workshops and technical reviews, and chase actions to close-out

* Review designs for buildability, value, quality and compliance with the Employer’s Requirements, Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act

* Lead the Gateway and Golden Thread processes where applicable, working closely with the Principal Designer

* Manage technical queries (RFIs), design change control and the impact on cost and programme

* Coordinate subcontractor design packages and the review and approval of submittals

* Support pre-construction activity, including tender reviews, value engineering and risk management

* Liaise with clients, stakeholders, local authority building control and statutory bodies

About you

* Proven track record as a Design Manager with a Tier 1 or major Tier 2 main contractor

* Experience of design-and-build projects within the DFE industry

* Strong technical knowledge of construction, building regulations and fire safety

* Sound understanding of the Building Safety Act and the Gateway process

* Working knowledge of BIM/ISO 19650, CDE platforms (e.g. Asite, Viewpoint, ACC) and design coordination software

* Confident leader and communicator, comfortable managing consultants and challenging designs

* Degree or HND in Architecture, Construction, Engineering or a related discipline (desirable)

Why apply?

* Join a prestigious Tier 1 contractor on multiple high profile schemes

* Competitive day rate with long-term workload and the potential to extend

* Work locally across West Yorkshire, with easy access from Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Halifax

How to apply

Please send your CV to Daz Cadwallander at (email address removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed