Senior design manager

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join the South Coast regional office of this busy Tier 1 main contractor to work on the preconstruction phase for a large new build student accommodation scheme in Sussex. Initially based between working from home and office, you will be involved in the preconstruction phase for this for what will be a circa 12 month period of preconstruction before the scheme is due to commence on site. The scheme will involve 4 mid rise blocks of student accommodation. Scope of works for this Tier 1 main contractor typically include commercial, healthcare, student accommodation, residential buildings, etc ranging in value from GBP30m to GBP150m. Geographical patch ranges from Hampshire through to Sussex and Surrey. Reporting to the Regional Design Manager, and working with the preconstruction team, you will manage the detailed design development and buildability aspects of schemes through second stage preconstruction and out to commencement on site; Thereafter you will take the overview for your live sites working closely with the project delivery team throughout the construction phase. Duties will include: Management of the design development for projects, packages and sections of works; Chairing regular design team meetings; Management of consultant design team; Regular liaison with key clients, trusts and end users / heads of department; Engagement with and managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Dealing with local authorities to achieve planning permissions; Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering where appropriate; Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. Management of site based Design Coordinators. About the Company/Client/Project: The company is the busy Southern office of a Tier 1 national main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in healthcare, secondary education, commercial offices, local authority, higher education faculty buildings, student accommodation, etc in the Hampshire, Sussex and Surrey areas. Turnover is circa GBP150m+ for the region. 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. For this particular role, previous experience of large industrial/manufacturing facility 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 motivated, positive and detail focussed 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 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 (phone number removed) or send your CV to Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK