Design Manager

Our client is a national main contractor specialising in a range of new build sectors.
We bring a combination of big contracting experience and personal appeal to the market.
The company is committed to excellence in every aspect of the construction process, and we strive to exceed expectations with every project we undertake.
Role Description Assisting / supporting with the management and delivery of design  information in accordance with the agreed design programme and  deliverable schedule (which may encompass input at both pre- construction and construction stage of a project).
Assisting / supporting the production of design programmes, design  scopes, design responsibility matrix, appointments, schedules to record  progress, upline reporting, attending/chairing necessary meetings and  workshops.
Assisting / supporting to ensure that the design is compliant to relevant  legislation and technical requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities Managing the contract specifications, drawings, and related documents Design co-ordination and reviews via Procore (DMS) Issuing and closing out any Requests For Information that arise Chairing design team meetings and leading the process with the  consultants and subcontract designers Submitting design information to the client team Ensuring BREEAM compliance where required on projects in support of  (and with) the sustainability team Coordinating the submission of information to ensure all planning  conditions are discharged, with support of the Planning Consultant/Lead  Designer Supporting with internal design workshops with Operations and  Commercial project team to ensure consultants are submitting optimum  designs Supporting with the design review workshops with consultant and  subcontract design teams to ensure clear understanding of design and  technical submissions Supporting with the technical reviews of proposed works Coordinating the submission of information to satisfy Building Control  compliance in support of the Building Control Officer Interface with the Principal Designer Supporting with managing the design process and issue of information  release schedules Providing input and design reviews into the procurement process Assisting with the collation of the O&M Health and Safety file (as requested  by Document Controller) Providing design & technical support to project management teams Review and offer advice value engineering opportunities Qualifications Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team Experience in the industrial and commercial construction sectors Extensive knowledge of architecture, engineering, and design principles Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field Experience in project management is a plus A desire to learn and continuously improve design skills