Design Manager

A dynamic and fast-growing residential contractor and developer currently have an exciting opportunity for a Design Manager to join their business. The company deliver new build residential projects for both the open market and social housing sectors.



As the company continues to expand its project portfolio, this is a key opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join the team and take ownership of the design process from early concept through to project completion.



The role will include:



Ensure Building Regulations are met within the design process

Ensure designs are compliant with Planning Conditions placed on the project

Preparing design status reports

Collate and organise technical building information from the Architect, Structural/Civil Engineer and M&E designers

Monitor designs for Health and Safety and contributing to risk assessments

Coordinating detailed design information

Preparing specifications for construction work

Coordinating plans and documents for statutory approvals

Coordinating the Design Team in the preparation of conceptual drawings

Coordinating applications for approval by regulatory bodies

Chair Design Team meetings with Architects, Structural Engineers and Consultants.

Complete review of all project drawings and specifications issuing technical queries were required and ensuring these are fully resolved by the design team including subcontractors with design responsibility

Researching new design processes, building legislation and technology

Ensure timely, presentable, consistent and high level of quality design information both internally and externally

Working within the Design Team for each assigned project including key scope, schedule and costRequirements



Previous experience within the Residential sector as a Design Manager or Technical Manager

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act would be an advantage

Strong IT Skills

Ability to build good relationships with external and internal stakeholders

Excellent communication skills



Please get in touch today with our Construction Specialist Donna Hoggarth on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) for more details on opportunities available, or apply below with your CV. INDC



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