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Reds 10 designs and builds high-quality sustainable buildings for the public sector with a particular focus on defence, accommodation, education and justice.
Based in our London or Slough offices, we are recruiting a Lead Design Manager for our Defece Sector to oversee a number of projects ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality design solutions for projects from inception to completion.
Responsibilities
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Oversee all aspects of the design process for projects, leading design team and sub-contractors and ensuring design meets project requirements and standards
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Prepare and monitor design programs, ensuring deliverables are met and project timelines are maintained.
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Ensure the accuracy and completeness of design variables at each stage of the design development process
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Manage the design team, providing support and guidance as needed
Identify and mitigate design risks, including health and safety and financial risks.
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Develop and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams
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Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and standards including CTM
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Manage the flow of design information and the Document Control
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Manage the design process from inception to completion, including producing design proposals, managing the tender process, and overseeing the construction phase
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Liaise with other teams within the company to ensure the design process is integrated with other aspects of the project
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Develop and maintain effective project documentation, including project plans, risk assessments, and design briefs
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Manage project budgets and ensure financial targets are met
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Ensure all design work is completed to a high standard, within agreed timescales and budgets
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Keep up-to-date with developments in design techniques, software, and technology
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Develop and implement design policies and procedures to ensure continuous improvement of the design function, efficiency and quality
Key skills
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Architectural or Design qualifications
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Experience in delivering design for civil & structural packages
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Good knowledge of the design process, at commercial and construction design stages with a main contractor.
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Understands the RIBA plan of work
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Working knowledge of building regulations.
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Understanding of key design principles such as M&E design parameters, fire and acoustic requirements.
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Understands the principles of Building Contract and Consultant Contracts
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Good knowledge of contractual issues related to consultants
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent people management skills with track record of improving and developing team
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Able to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and build trust with all levels of team internally and external
* Great attention to detail and able to handle multiple projects
Please be aware that many roles at Reds10 require Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) or Enhanced Level 1 (EL1) clearance, depending on the sector you will be working in.
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All applicants must, at a minimum, achieve BPSS or EL1 clearance. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must typically have 3-5 years of continuous residency in the UK, depending on the vetting level required for the role
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