Overview
The Senior Design Manager will be responsible for coordinating the design elements and interfaces of all aspects of a project, ensuring the quality of the design and monitoring the delivery of the project. The Senior Design Manager will report to the Project Manager on the project, and will be responsible for the daily Design Management, as well as the daily management of multiple Design Consultants. The Senior Design Manager promotes Health, Safety and Quality to the projects and through the tender process. They will liaise between the Client, Design Consultants and the project staff for design matters, promoting best value design solutions, and liaising with the Site Manager for the development of design packages and procurement strategies. The Design Manager will also be involved in tender support, giving advice on tender design strategy and implementing the Commercial Protocol Designers. The Senior Design Manager will present a professional and responsible image of the company to clients and colleagues.
Responsibilities
* Co-ordinate the design elements and interfaces of all project aspects to ensure design quality and delivery.
* Manage daily Design activities and oversee multiple Design Consultants.
* Promote Health, Safety and Quality throughout the project and tender process.
* Liaise with the Client, Design Consultants, project staff and the Site Manager on design matters, promoting best value design solutions and developing design packages and procurement strategies.
* Support tenders by advising on tender design strategy and implementing the Commercial Protocol.
* Represent the company professionally to clients and colleagues.
Qualifications
* Chartered Engineer MICE or equivalent.
* Knowledge of design processes and design management.
* Relevant knowledge/experience in site management and construction techniques.
* Commercial awareness and understanding of different client procurement routes.
* Preference for marine or M&E works experience.
* Ability to organise, plan, programme and manage workloads.
* Bidding experience would be desirable.
* Experience of site/contract procedures would be an advantage.
Benefits & Additional Information
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
* Option to buy additional annual leave
* Private medical care
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills-based training
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance programme
* Mental health, physical health and financial support
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
Notes
VolkerWessels UK and its brands emphasise health, safety and productive working conditions. A drugs and alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff where applicable.
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