About this Role
Experienced Senior Design Manager required by the Southern region of this leading Tier 1 main contractor to manage the design process for an ongoing £90m MoJ project in Newport, Isle of Wight. Work has been underway on site for the past year, with an ongoing programme of works which will continue until the end of 2027. The scope of work includes extensive Fire Safety Improvement works, a new build rapid deployment block, re‑roofing works and refurbishment of other areas.
Key Responsibilities
* Management of the design development.
* Chairing regular design team meetings.
* Management of consultant design team.
* Regular liaison with client, architect, consultants and the construction team.
* Agreement of information required schedule; ensuring key dates achieved.
* Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employer requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc.
* Identifying opportunities for value engineering where appropriate.
* Proactive issue resolution.
* Managing specialist sub‑contractor design teams.
* Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the build process once underway.
About the Company / Client / Project
The company is a leading national main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of complex new build schemes in secondary education, higher education, MoJ, commercial offices, senior living, leisure centres and data centres ranging from £35m to £100m in the Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire areas. Turnover is circa £140m+ for the office, with a regional base in Berkshire.
Requirements
Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc.
Previous experience of working on an MoJ scheme and an understanding of Fire Safety Improvement works would be advantageous but not essential.
You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong planning and problem‑solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a highly driven, positive and ambitious individual able to work well within a large team dynamic.
You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Design Coordination / Design Management role.
High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects.
Employment Conditions
Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney.
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