Design Manager

We are currently collaborating with a premier design and build main contractor with an extensive project portfolio encompassing everything from residential refurbishment to large scale leisure and hotel schemes.
Established in the 80s, the company initially started as a fit out contractor before diversifying their projects in the 90s, as the company stands today, they are moving into the next level, with turnover increasing significantly in the last few years and a new organisational structure in place, bringing the resources and resilience necessary to take on bigger clients.
Specialisms include residential build and refurbishment, commercial office, hotel, leisure and healthcare renovation and interior fitout projects. In addition, they are experienced in the delivery of national rollout programmes for both public and private sector organisations.
Project examples:
* Hospitality – Fit out of unit shell to form prep area; kitchen, pot wash zone, bar and restaurant – 850+ sq ft
* Leisure – complete refurbishment of sports centre- including bespoke joinery, a full lighting system though-out, equipment rooms and flooring upgrade of the main gym area
* Commercial – Office redesign and reconfigure – 3 floors
* Residential – refurbishment of a super prime flat in London – The scope of works comprised of a soft strip of the existing kitchen, bathrooms and floor
Design Manager
We are currently seeking a skilled Part 3 Qualified Architect that is looking to move into a Design Manager role to join their dynamic team on a permanent position.
Responsibilities/ Involvement include but aren’t limited to:
* Appointing external consultants.
* Resolving technical issues arising from sites.
* Managing the consultants’ appointment process & paperwork including PI insurance. Collateral Warranties.
* Checking working drawing packages produced by External Consultants.
* Suggesting alternative construction methods, details, and materials to increase margin, improve quality and reduce lifetime costs.
* Obtaining design drawings from suppliers and obtaining consultant approval.
* Appointing / checking Landscape Architects details.
* Checking Structural Engineers drawings in relation to the Architects drawings.
* Attending site meetings and reporting to the Head of Pre-Construction regarding updates and progress.
* Obtaining ground investigation/remediation reports.
* Obtaining Robust Detail certification or arranging sound testing for Building Regulations / CSH compliance.
* Attending departmental development review meetings.
* Issuing drawings to other departments and site.
* Liaising with Highway authorities in relation to Section Agreements (278, 38, 104).
* Dealing with the Party Wall surveyors to obtain relevant approvals.
* Discharging and liaising with Planning Authorities in relation to planning conditions.
* Discharging and liaising with Building Control body in relation to building regulation discharges