Join Our Team as a Design Manager!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a passionate Design Manager to join our dynamic Eastern South Construction team, working on an exciting £100m+ defence project in beautiful Suffolk!
Location
You'll be based in our Essex office, with the project site located in Suffolk.
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As a Design Manager, you will play a crucial role in our Eastern South team. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Managing the design process during both the pre-construction and construction phases.
* Interrogating enquiry documents, specifically the Employer's Requirements.
* Producing a Contractor's Proposal document in collaboration with internal departments.
* Overseeing our design process through external consultants.
* Driving innovative and cost-effective solutions into the design.
* Progressing design issues within strict timelines and ensuring designers meet delivery dates.
* Attending tender launch and adjudication meetings as required.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if you have:
* Experience delivering high-value, complex design work from a main contractor perspective.
* Strong organizational skills to plan, program, and manage workloads effectively.
* An understanding of Building Regulations and Planning Permission procedures.
* Knowledge of different Client procurement routes.
* Experience with site/contract procedures (a plus!).
At Kier, we value potential and transferable skills. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us!
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
* Flexible working options to support your work-life balance.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, we prioritize making our workplace diverse and inclusive. We believe that our employees are key to shaping our initiatives, and we are committed to continuous improvement.
As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
Additional Information
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We treat all applicants fairly, regardless of their conviction history.
We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and be part of something great!
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