Position: Design Manager

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Location:Kegworth

A leading Civil Engineering and Construction Company, delivering high quality projects across the UK and Ireland. They have office locations in Co. Tyrone (NI) and the East Midlands (GB), operating in all aspects of construction from Civils and Water Infrastructure, through to Commercial and Residential projects.

Due to continuing success and growth, they have an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager or Design Co-Ordinator, looking to take the next step in their career, to join our Team. This role can be based at either the Dungannon or Kegworth office.

The Role:

As Design Manager/ Co-Ordinator it will be your responsibility to take the Scheme through from Planning approval/ Contract execution to our commencement on site. You will be responsible for the co-ordination and approval of all construction drawings and information to ensure these meet our budgets and clients' requirements.

The role will involve the successful applicant to;

Liaise with Land & Planning Manager at integral Stages of the Planning Submissions.
Identify, Appoint & Manage External Design Teams to meet the project brief and ensure the design programs are achieved.
Appoint and Co-ordinate all relevant testing, and reports to assist in the completion of designs and planning.
Knowledge and experience in production of CSHSP.
Liaise with all Stakeholders in the Project to ensure all information is provided at required stages.
Organise, participate, and record Design Review Meetings.
Liaise with the Commercial Team to ensure the design's are within the Project Budget.
Co-ordinate the Planning Submission & Discharge of Conditions.
Review and manage the flow of information to ensure all technical details are incorporated into design.
Research and explore different design options to improve build quality and explore potential value engineering options for a better performance on quality & cost.
Review of Design and construction information to ensure it complies with the Client Requirements.
Manage and co-ordinate Section Agreements process.
Understand the duties for Client, Principal Designer and Designers under CDM regulations & building Regulations.
Integrated Management System (IMS): adhere to requirements, procedures and policies.
Liaise with the Construction Team's at the handover of a scheme from Pre-construction to onsite and ensure all relevant and key information is distributed to the construction team. Experience:

Relevant Construction or Architectural qualification.

Previous Experience in an Equivalent or similar role within the Construction Industry.
Good knowledge of the design process and construction design stages with a Main Contractor.
Technical Knowledge and the ability to use design and project management softwareThe Person:

Understand the Planning Process, Section Agreements and their timelines take in the process.

Understanding of key design principles such as fire and acoustic requirements.
Good Knowledge of Current Building Regulations, SAP calculations and their impact on design.
An excellent communicator with the ability to build design team rapport, negotiation, motivational and analytical skills.--- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website