Design Manager
Bristol
About us
Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.
We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
About the role
We have a brand-new opportunity for a Design Manager to join our Bristol office.
It's an exciting time to join our Design team. Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high-performing work culture.
In this key and varied role, you can expect to:
* Manage a team of mechanical, electrical and public health engineers to develop a Building Services design to BSRIA stages 4a -4c level of output.
* Manage a team of Revit technicians in the production of MEP services models to stage 4a-c level of detail.
* Responsible for dealing successfully with Clients and other professionals to foster and maintain good relationships and to create future opportunities
* Attends interviews and contributes to bid preparation.
* Awareness of consultant appointment conditions
* Define and agree brief with Client
* Good knowledge of construction procurement and associated risks to the business.
* Leads larger scale schemes and co-ordinate all disciplines being the main Client point of contact throughout a project
* Takes ownership and consistently delivers profitable schemes
* Competently represents all disciplines of Hoare Lea at project meetings
* Manage and prioritise the workload of a project team including specialist groups.
* Host and chair team management meetings
* Effectively delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others.
* Monitoring project expenditure and reporting to Directors.
* Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy is delivered.
* Manage and mitigate risks to business
* Effectively reports and openly communicates at all levels internally and externally.
* Enhanced technical experience
* Contribute to the development of our methods of working to improve our efficiency.
* Develop the firm’s overall capability in delivering this service.
* Produce order of fees required to undertake specific detailed design duties.
About you
To be successful in this role you’ll need:
* Experience as proactive building services design manager.
* Has had extensive experience in the production and delivery of stage 4 detailed design directly working for a MEP installer.
* Demonstrable experience working with clients/contractors / architects in a design oriented / consultant role.
* Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline (mechanical ideal) and work to relevant and applicable regulations, design guides etc.
* Good understanding of other disciplines
* IT literate with a technical understanding of relevant IT packages
* Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills
* Provide a lead role in an integrated project design team with other construction professionals.
* Be conversant with the use of Revit for review and comment purposes.
* Have a good level of understanding of the detail design requirements for a stage 4 building services design.
* Knowledge of buildability and commissioning requirements is essential.
* Able to interpret BIM requirements to ensure the firm is fully compliant.
* Self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity
* Experience of supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.
How to apply
To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact louiescottodiperta@hoarelea.com
If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.
Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.
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