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We are seeking a talented Design Manager to oversee the design process on a £45 million Student Accommodation project. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating design information, driving innovation, and ensuring the project is delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and coordinate the full design process from pre-construction through to delivery.
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Work closely with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to ensure design information is accurate, coordinated, and delivered to programme.
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Ensure all designs are fully compliant with statutory regulations, contractual obligations, and company standards.
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Proactively resolve design issues, providing practical and innovative solutions.
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Lead design meetings, producing clear records and actions.
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Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring they are identified and mitigated.
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Collaborate with commercial, procurement, and site teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and buildable.
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Support the bid/tender process, reviewing drawings and specifications to identify risks and opportunities.
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Promote and implement design best practice, sustainability, and innovation across the project.
Essential Criteria
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Degree or HND in a construction-related discipline such as Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, Design Management, or Architectural Technology.
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Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the construction industry with demonstrable design management experience.
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Strong understanding of all construction disciplines including quantity surveying and procurement.
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Excellent analytical, decision-making, and organisational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple aspects of the project simultaneously, working flexibly and effectively under pressure.
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Commercially aware with the ability to assess and resolve design and technical challenges.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation ability.
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Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and other relevant compliance matters.
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IT literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and design-related software
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