At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design projects, ensuring quality and efficiency from concept to delivery.
- Company: Join a diverse team at Farrans, committed to innovation and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the construction industry while honing your design management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in design processes and site management; proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
As a Design Manager, you will be coordinating the design elements and interface of all aspects of projects throughout the UK & ROI. Ensuring the quality of the design and monitoring the delivery of the project while liaising with clients, project staff, procurement, and site management teams for developments on the design and procurement strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Managing permanent and temporary works designs
- Managing the design process, with a focus on buildability and efficiency, to ensure the optimum solution is arrived at from concept through to delivery
- Development of Design Deliverables schedule in co-ordination with the designers
- Liaising with the project teams to ensure design is developed in line with expectations
- Ensuring a design programme is prepared and agreed with each designer
- Liaising with the project planner to incorporate the design programme into the main programme
- Chairing regular meetings with the designers to ensure the design is developing as planned
- Monitoring progress of the design and works and updating the programme as necessary
- Ensuring the design is managed in accordance with the relevant operating procedures
- Liaising with clients, designers, subcontractors, suppliers and third parties as appropriate
- Providing technical input and advice as required for live projects and tenders
- Providing input into programmes where required, including tender, design, construction and Variation / Compensation Event programmes
- Undertaking a review of the developing design and managing the technical query process
- Providing construction methodology input and incorporating in the programme where required
- Managing the flow of information from the design team and advising the project team of any impact on progress and programme
- Providing necessary information to the Procurement Department to enable the procurement of materials and subcontractors
- Introducing improvements and innovations where appropriate.
Qualifications:
- In-depth understanding of the design process and the management of interfaces between disciplines
- Previous site-based experience and able to demonstrate a very high level of knowledge of the design and construction process
- Proficient user of the complete Microsoft Office suite and familiar/can use all IT software that would benefit this role
- Formal Qualification in Construction: BSc/BEng, HND, HNC or equivalent experience
- Understands specific NEC contracts and is able to take appropriate action
- Have a working knowledge of AutoCAD MICE or working towards it
Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all.
Design Manager in Livingston employer: Farrans
Farrans in Dunmurry is an excellent employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture and providing opportunities for professional growth. With a focus on teamwork and collaboration, the Accounts Team ensures that every member can thrive while contributing to smooth financial operations. The company also offers competitive benefits and a dynamic environment that makes it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
