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Design Manager

upto £55k

Growing business

My Client, a local residential contractor is recrutiing for an experienced Design Manager to join thier team. Working on their offices on the south coast you will be responsible for a team of two and you will report to the Operations director of the business.

Role Description

The Production Design Manager plays a pivotal part in the development and delivery of the companies modular build system. Leading a strong team of Architectural Technologists to complete the DfMA (Design for Manufacture & Assembly) process for each project Boutique Modern undertakes, for both private and social housing clients. The role will need to champion accuracy, compliance, buildability and innovation.

Roles and Responsibilities

* Managing the Design for Production Task in the TMS (Total Management System)

* Providing key input at Tender, Design for Construction and Module Delivery.

* Managing the Production Design Team, monitoring and planning workload, output, quality and talent development.

* Setting and managing of design programmes for the department.

* Managing development and compliance of the Build System, leading on external Technical Audits.

* Buying into the companies culture of continuous improvement in all aspects from process to improvement of the Boutique Modern Build System.

* Working closely with the Production Team to ensure understanding, compliance and improvement of the Build System.

* Management of external Design consultants and engineers.

* Leading on the Quality Assurance and document control for the output of the Department.

* Review of supplier quotations, checking for accuracy and compliance.

* Undertaking out clash detection between modular and on-site design.

* Managing resources in the department

* Interfacing with Building Control and Warranty provider

* Spearheading compliance with Building Regulations and keeping up to date with changes

Required Qualifications/Experience

* Degree-level qualification in Architecture, architectural technology or similar.

* High proficiency in the use Autodesk Revit (Level 3 minimum).

* Experience of working from RIBA Stage 2 - 6.

* Understanding of UK Building Regulations.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

* Management experience (3 years minimum)

* Experience and understanding of off-site or modular design.

* Experience in timber frame / Steel frame technical

* Understanding of MEP technical design.

* Experience in residential construction

* Understanding of Dynamo Software

* Experience in Rendering software.

Office hours are 8.30am - 5 pm Monday to Friday

25 days annual Leave + Bank holidays