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Design Manager-Main Contractor at ORM Consultants
London, United Kingdom
Job Descrption
The company isa busy main contractor in London working on Hotels, StudentAccommodationand mixed use residential projects up to a valueof £100 Million. All projects would be within the M25 area. This Design Manager role will be site based. You will ensure the integrity of the design quality is maintained while monitoring the delivery of the project with the aim of providing competitive solutions. The role will involve projects at pre and post tender stage.
The Design Manager will report to the Head of Design and work collaboratively with the Procurement Department, Site Teams and Senior Management and have responsibility for managing the appointed Design Teams... and design elements from specialist subcontractors and suppliers.
You will liaise between the Client, Design Consultants and the project staff for the development of design package and procurement strategies.
The ideal Design Manager will be diploma/degree qualified in Construction Management/ Architectural/ Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience.
Principle Duties & Accountabilities
Inspection of all project tender documentation to identify risk, establish deliverables and to ensure bid compliance and construction compliance
Carry out site visits and inspections as required
The preparation of any necessary scope documents for surveys, investigations and preconstruction regulatory compliance trackers
Preparation of Tender design briefs for designers & subcontractors/ suppliers
Obtaining and budgetary management of tender design fee proposals and preparation of detailed design fee estimates
Preparation of tender submissions, including document formulation and collation
Tender design planning & programming
Develop innovative design solutions to meet client's brief while identifying opportunity, insufficient information, inadequate or incorrect design and the management of any required RFIs
Review of designs on behalf of BCL, including interrogating drawings and other technical documentation to ensure compliance
Leading the evaluation of value added options and participation in value engineering meetings at bid and construction stage
Liaison with project tender staff to ensure compliance with contractors proposals understanding of tender design basis for price & programme
Input to analytical & interpretative reports on technical and commercial factors
Management of design review meetings, progress & performance reporting, and design change control
Liaison with Clients, approval bodies and other relevant third parties
Management of model information including 3D visualizations and Building Information Modelling
Develop relationships with Clients from concept stage onwards; manage expectations of the project through regular communication and discussions regarding requirements and specifications;
Manage the relationship for the whole project team on multiple projects - with the Client, subcontractors and professional teams and resolve any queries generated;
Liaise with BCL project construction staff to ensure buildability, programme coordination, and quality is maintained;
Review the design on an ongoing basis, identify potential interface problems & practicalities in construction, and resolve with the design team and specialist subcontractors where appropriate;
Establishing, maintaining and chairing design management meetings at pre tender, post tender stage and construction stage;
Establishing, compiling, tracking and delivering the required documentation for compliance with elements such as CfSH, BREEAM, LEED etc.
Represent the company on D&B matters, including attending meetings with potential clients and representatives, and maintain the corporate image;
Keep abreast of current developments within the industry and identify need for changes in current practice.
Participates in training BCL staff and associated stakeholders in changes to legislation, design standards etc.
Assisting the Company in the preparation of pre-qualifications for targeted projects.
Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications
Design Related / Engineering / Construction degree/diploma
Minimum 5years commercial / mixed development construction experience, preferably in a Main Contractor entity
Experiences of building frame solutions, building finishing, service integration and regulatory approvals.
Demonstrable awareness of the commercial factors applicable to tendering & value engineering
Thorough working knowledge of computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject, AutoCad, Revit,etc.
Thorough understanding of the construction industry and solid understanding of regulatory requirements and approval periods and process.
Excellent ability to analyse and interpret contractual documents.
Proven excellent analytical and organisational skills.
Strong self-confidence, good judgment, and the ability to make sound decisions required.
Must commit to maintain strict confidence regarding any sensitive information she/he may have to handle.
Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal and negotiation skills required.
Able to interact personably, yet professionally with Client, Design Teams, regulatory officials and staff of all levels as well as with senior executives both within and outside the company.
Must be able to interact well with other staff at all levels with equal ease.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to a changing environment are essential.
If you wish to discuss further please do not hesitateto contact me.
Thanks,
Pat
Carrowhugh Group
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