Senior Design Manager

Ambitious/experienced Senior Design Manager required by the Southern region of this leading Tier 1 main contractor to manage the design process for the latter stages of preconstruction and then construction of a £100m 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. Work is due to commence on site in earnest early in the new year for a 2 year programme of works which will also include some Fire Safety Improvement works to the existing buildings.

Construction is of precast concrete structure for the new house blocks, with full fit out including extensive MEP. Work will take place largely outside the main prison area in an adjacent compound.

Reporting to and working closely with the Project Director for the scheme, you will be responsible for:

• Management of the design development for the scheme;
• Chairing regular design team meetings;
• Management of consultant design team;
• Regular liaison with client, architect, consultants and the construction team;
• Agreement of information required schedule;
• Ensuring key dates achieved;
• Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc;
• Identifying opportunities for value engineering opportunities where appropriate;
• Proactive issue resolution;
• 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.

About the Company: 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 MoJ/Custodial ranging from £35m to £100m in the Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hampshire but generally centred around the Thames Valley / M4 corridor. Turnover is circa £100m+ for the office, with a regional base in Berkshire.

Requirements including certificates and qualifications: 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, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a highly driven, positive and ambitious individual able to work well within a large team dynamic. 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.

For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney on 07984 174040 or send your CV to molney@fr-group.co.uk. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.