Lead Designer

We’re currently hiring for two positions within this role.

ROLE PURPOSE

The main purpose of the role is to produce an economic, functional, practical, aesthetically pleasing and compliant modular building solution. This will be to either our client’s or Rollalong’s own product development requirements. To take the lead in designing schemes and ensuring all relevant drawings meet approved stipulations, regulations, design and EN & BS standards. Scope of work entails Sales designs, Technical Design through to Manufacturing and Site Construction Design, in essence the Design aspects from RIBA stage 1 to 5.

INTERFACES

Internal: Design Director, Design Manager, Project Managers, Production Manager, Procurement Manager, Design team and Sales Managers/BDM’s. External: Customers, External specialist engineering teams, Suppliers and Sub-contractors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To produce high quality, technically-accurate, cost-effective modular building design solutions to match the requirements of both enquiries and orders using a mixture of light steel framing, hot rolled steel and timber stud panels.
• On a day to day basis you will be responsible for establishing and defining the appropriate detailing to a design, with design team members and external specialist contractors to minimise risk and deliver compliance.
• To undertake, when necessary, the role of Project Lead with responsibility for organising and controlling a programme of design work targeted towards a specific bid or building project.
• To manage where necessary a small design team (either contract or permanent) providing support and mentoring where necessary.
• To provide a credible, receptive and professional interface with other areas of the business and with external clients to ensure effective and harmonious working.
• To become a product technical expert, continually embracing new technologies and developments.
• To cultivate relationships with internal/external sources of technical expertise that will be necessary to support the ongoing success of the business.
• To produce Sectional & construction detail along with Finishing details including schedules and B.O.M.
• To ensure that all proposed design solutions are underwritten with professional consultancy engineering calculation and product indemnity where necessary.
• To have and maintain a good working knowledge of current technical and future planned legislation, regulations, and codes (E.g. Building Regulations, BREEAM, Code 4 etc.) and incorporate these in the design.
• There is also a need to meet client specific performance in terms of Waste Minimisation (BREEAM and DREAM).
• Used to working with engineering teams to derive and validate and demonstrate compliance with: Design life and in-service use, Fire strategy and passive fire protection, Thermal performance, Acoustic performance, Structural performance, Energy efficiency of a building, SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure).
• To develop a good understanding of constraints / needs of M & E within a building and design accordingly.
• To ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with the business’ quality process framework.

KEY SKILLS/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• In-depth understanding of Building Regulations and compliance needs for building construction in the UK.
• Experienced and proficient user of REVIT and AUTOCAD gained within a building/architectural/framing environment, must be able to produce accurate drawings independently and in a timely manner.
• Would need to have an understanding of the CDM Regulations and the impact on building design and designers and would benefit from having experience working as part of a BIM Level 2 environment.
• Ideally Degree level however HNC/HND will be considered with the right experience / Track Record or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Some surveying knowledge & experience of designing steel framed or modular buildings would be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of light steel construction highly desirable, particularly constraints of suppliers when considering sections.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Calm and considered individual - Resilient.
• Imaginative with a good eye for detail.
• Professional and confident with others.
• Capable of developing/influencing across the business with their technical and management skills.
• Credible client facing individual.
• Self‑motivated.

INTERACTING & COMMUNICATING

• Results Driven: Demonstrates a passion and excitement for his/her work. Tackles problems head‑on and works to resolve them without delay.
• Focus on Excellence: Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Works for the benefit of customers, suppliers and the wider team. Proactively builds knowledge through sharing ideas and expertise with others.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Actively collects customer information and uses it to improve services and solutions. Manages the experience of customers to ensure positive relationships are established and maintained.
• Communication: Clearly communicates ideas, plans and priorities to others. Makes communication a priority so there are no surprises.
• Operational Excellence: Plans and organises work to safely achieve maximum efficiency and output. Delivers results consistently.
• Adaptability: Learns quickly. Adapts positively to changing business and customer demands. Is energised by change.

PLEASE NOTE

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for this position and the range of duties undertaken. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder throughout the period of employment. The job description may be varied from time to time by the Company to reflect changes in the post holder’s role and/or the needs of the business.