Design Manager

Design Manager – Devon
An incredible opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join a leading main contractor on a permanent basis! This contractor offers a complete package of construction-related services and a portfolio of projects involving New Build Commercial and Refurbishment schemes within Education, Healthcare, Leisure and Defence.

Responsibilities:

• For the management and delivery of design
• Production of design programmes and scope
• To brief the design team on their contractual obligations
• Agree, in conjunction with the site team, the specialist subcontractor procurement strategy
• Manage the submission and timely approval of all reviewable design data
• Assist in the commercial and technical review of specialist subcontract tender returns, establish interfaces and review alternative design
• Prepare technical submissions for alternative designs, system, component, product and or material proposals for client approval
• Attend, chair relevant meetings and record, update and deliver progress report

• HNC or equivalent within construction or design related
• Proven experience in a similar role with a main contractor
• Experience in development and implementation of design management tools and procedures
• Proficiency in MS Project/Excel/InDesign
• Good knowledge of current CDM and Building Regulations
• UK driving licence