Design Manager

Design Manager needed in Nottingham Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Management: Lead and manage external design consultants, subcontractors, and construction team inputs on projects. Report to the Regional Director. * Design Delivery: Ensure timely delivery of accurate, commercially viable, and buildable design information for construction and procurement. * Compliance: Ensure designs comply with project contract conditions, budgets, and regulations. * BIM Principles: Champion and maintain BIM principles and procedures. * Pre-Construction Support: Participate in bid processes with the pre-construction team. * Tender Stage Management: Lead the design process during the tender stage to ensure optimal solutions for D&B and Traditional projects. * Innovative Solutions: Develop new ideas during the bid stage to create bid-winning opportunities. Collaborate with the Bid team and consultants. * Tender Review: Review tender information to identify risks and opportunities. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and Employer’s Requirements. * Project Position Understanding: Understand project influences such as Planning, Building Control, BREEAM, Energy, Ecology, and Highways. * Consultant Management: * Novated Consultants: Review appointments and scope of services. Obtain fees for gaps in services. * Stepnell Selected Consultants: Assist in identifying consultant teams. Issue enquiries and review fees. * Support & Collaboration: Prepare robust design information for procurement and construction. Attend project meetings as required. * Reporting & Coordination: Report to Contracts Manager/Project Manager. Collaborate with Site Manager and Quantity Surveyor to optimise design, buildability, programme, and commercial aspects. * Consultant Performance Management: Manage consultant appointments. Ensure optimal designs while maintaining consultant responsibility. Qualifications & Experience * Educational Background: Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. * Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in design management within the construction industry. * Technical Skills: Proficient in BIM principles and procedures. Strong understanding of Building Regulations, BREEAM, Energy (LZC/SAP/SBEM), Ecology, Highways, etc. * Project Management: Proven track record of managing design processes from tender to completion. Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams. * Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external consultants. * Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and develop innovative solutions. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for innovative design solutions and a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply Now to join our dynamic team