Ambitious/experienced Design Manager required by the Southern region of this leading Tier 1 main contractor to help manage the construction phase design process for a £110m new build MoJ project near Devizes in Wiltshire.
This scheme has been through a lengthy preconstruction phase with a great deal of design development already completed. Construction is of precast concrete structure for the new house blocks, with full fit out including extensive MEP. Reporting to and working closely with the Senior Design Manager for the scheme, you will be responsible for:
Management of the RIBA Stage 5 construction phase design development for the scheme;
Attending / Chairing regular design team meetings;
Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc;
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.
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, commercial offices, senior living, leisure centres and hotels ranging from £35m to £100m in the Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hampshire areas but generally centred around the Thames Valley / M4 corridor.
Turnover is circa £100m+ for the office, with a regional base in Berkshire.
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 negotiations skills, strong planning and problem solving ability, plenty of initiative and a positive approach. 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.
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