About the Role
We are looking for a Design Manager who will take full ownership of the design process on a landmark £100 million project in Glasgow. This role is about accountability-ensuring that every design decision aligns with project objectives, deadlines, and quality standards. You will be the driving force behind design delivery, leading coordination and problem-solving across all disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
* Own the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all design outputs.
* Act as the single point of accountability for design coordination, approvals, and issue resolution.
* Proactively manage design risks, dependencies, and interfaces to avoid delays or cost overruns.
* Lead stakeholder engagement, ensuring clarity and commitment to design requirements.
* Champion value engineering and innovation while maintaining compliance with regulations and standards.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Background: Strong foundation in Project Management or Engineering, with proven experience in design leadership.
* Experience: Minimum 5+ years managing design on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
* Relevant Tertiary qualification such as Degree in Engineering or Construction Project Management
Skills:
* Exceptional leadership and decision-making ability.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills to hold teams accountable.
* Expertise in design management tools and processes.
What's in it for you?
* Be the key driver of design success on one of Glasgow's most significant projects. This project is a £100million project in the middle of Glasgow
* Work in a collaborative environment where accountability and performance are valued.
* Take your career into new direction
* Highly attractive salary and benefits package
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