Design Manager

1 month ago

County Antrim Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom HAYS Full time
*** Design Manager - Building Division - Main Contractor - County Antrim - £50-60K+ and Package ***

Your new company
HAYS Architecture & Design NI are proud to be collaborating with one of the Province's leading main contractors in their search for an experienced Design Manager to become part of their team. With the creation of this role the direct result of sustained and continued growth, and the influx of compelling projects across the United Kingdom & Northern Ireland, they offer an exciting opportunity to become part of a reputable, progressive-minded and professional organisation at the heart of high-level output at the forefront of Northern Ireland's construction sector. With this opportunity open to designers working both within practice / consultancy, and the wider contractor market - it should appeal to those who have the ambition of elevating their career and becoming part of something bigger, with eye-catching terms on offer for the successful applicant.
Your new role
As a Design Manager within this main contractor's building division, your role will encompass overseeing internal and external consultant teams, controlling the development of works from concept to completion, including the manufacturing and installation phases. A challenging yet highly rewarding role, you'll be expected to have responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following fields;
Managing the design process using commercial, contractural, programme / time awareness and technical expertise.
Review and assist the tender opportunities & value engineering.
Engage with and manage the external consultant and sub-contractor design teams.
Prepare, manage, monitor and report on, the Design Information Release Schedule, Design Programme and Design Responsibility Matrix.
Ensure the design process recognises (and complies with) current legislation, standards and codes of practice, where appropriate.
Develop and implement the organisation's drawing and document control systems & protocols.
Review and assist the Project Manager and Project Planner in developing the construction programme in conjunction with the design programme.
Assist the Commercial Team in preparing and developing the procurement schedule.
Lead and chair the project design team meetings and coordination workshops.
Assess and review project design information for content, quality, health & safety, CDM and compliance with ERs.
Assist the Project Manager & QS in reviewing the scope of all variation and change control requests.
Implement and manage the site RFI process & register.
Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, statutory authorities and stakeholders as required to build key project relationships.
Working closely with the clients, you'll manage expectations and requirements, promoting and managing client engagement from within the project team - providing support & advice to both sides as to their obligations in the decelopment of building design.
Ensure design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescales.
Strive to eliminate health & safety risks in the design and financial risks during construction.
Assist in on-site SHEQ and preparation and management of the site QA and ITP files.
Assist in the development of company BIM standards and BIM implementation on projects where required. Undertake Quality Inspections, review preparation and content of site quality plans file / ITPs and report on site quality issues.

What you'll need to succeed
A relevant design / construction related qualification (Architecture / Architectural Technology & Management / Construction & Engineering Management / BIM & Project Management), with demonstrable experience within industry in a relevant / associated role. Strong leadership skills, high attention to detail and accuracy and IT literacy. Knowledge of construction design methodologies, work-streams and innovative technologies / software coming through. Specific knowledge of BIM processes and procedures would be a distinct advance, as to would be knowledge / experience of working with Document Control, Viewpoint or Equivalent and previous involvement on large-scale construction projects within a multi-disciplinary environment.
What you'll get in return
A full time Design Manager position with a leading name in Northern Irish construction, along with competitive remuneration / salary, you'll also avail of hybrid / flexible working patterns, generous annual leave entitlement and pension contributions, Life Assurance and various training / development opportunities to ensure you are continually learning as part of your career. This is a standout opportunity for a Designer to take a progressive next step in their professional journey.
What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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