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Design Manager
Walker & Sloan is recruiting a Design Manager for our esteemed client based in Bristol. The role involves overseeing the design process for 2-3 live projects, supporting site teams, and ensuring that all design deliverables meet project requirements and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design team on live projects, ensuring efficient design delivery.
* Support site teams in managing the design process.
* Create and monitor Design Information Required Schedules (IRS).
* Develop and communicate the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM).
* Review design information on the A-Site document control platform.
* Resolve technical queries with the design team.
* Ensure compliance with contractor proposals and employer requirements.
* Identify and implement value engineering options.
* Participate in pre-construction tenders to assess design solutions and risks.
* Chair design team meetings and produce minutes.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience as a Design Manager in construction.
* Strong understanding of design processes.
* Proficiency with design/document control software, including A-Site.
* Excellent organizational and project management skills.
* Strong communication and leadership abilities.
* Experience in value engineering