Construction Design Director

5 days ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Willmott Dixon Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Design Director to join our team in Nottingham. This is a hybrid role that requires a presence in our office 3 days a week.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the design phase of construction projects from concept development to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with project objectives, codes, regulations, and standards. Key responsibilities include:

  1. Managing design partners and apportioning design responsibilities between them and supply chain partners;
  2. Selecting and procuring design solutions, including modern methods of construction (MMC), materials, finishes, and sustainable technology;
  3. Arranging and preparing for design reviews to assess progress, identify potential risks or deviations, and implement corrective measures as necessary;
  4. Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to develop comprehensive design plans, drawings, and specifications;
  5. Coordinating and managing external design consultants, reviewing and providing feedback on their work to ensure design integrity, consistency, and quality;

Additional responsibilities include identifying and managing risk and opportunity, seeing the bigger picture, and planning ahead.

About Us

Willmott Dixon is a leading construction company with 170 years of rich history. Our purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment. We pride ourselves on being a disability confident employer and offer a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus, and car scheme. The estimated annual salary for this position is £60,000 - £80,000 based on location and industry standards.

As a leading contractor and developer, we have been awarded No 1 in the Best 'Big' Companies to work for and hold the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 & 2024. We are committed to sustainability and were awarded the King's Award for Enterprise in sustainable development.



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