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Assistant Design Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Design
  • Chelmsford

Requirements

  • Essential
  • Able to use Microsoft suite of office programmes including Excel, Word, Outlook and Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, use appropriate software to review 3D models.
  • Desirable
  • Proficient working knowledge of the construction industry.
  • Understanding of the different forms of procurement and frameworks.
  • Have or be working towards professional qualifications or memberships relevant to your role e.g. CIOB membership.
  • Valid driving licence.
  • Appropriate CSCS card.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the design phase of construction projects from concept development to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with project objectives, codes, regulations, and standards, for example, fire, planning and building control, among others.
  • Supporting with the selection and appointment of design partners, ensuring design responsibilities are correctly apportioned between them and the supply chain partners delivering the Contractor's Design Portion.
  • Supporting with the selection and procurement of design solutions including modern methods of construction (MMC), materials, finishes, sustainable technology, ensuring they align with project specifications, budgets, and timelines with the wider project team.
  • Preparing information for regular design reviews to assess progress, support the identification of potential risks or deviations, and implement corrective measures as necessary.
  • Supporting with collaboration with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to develop comprehensive design plans, drawings, and specifications and work with the design manager to ensure that they accurately represent project requirements.
  • Supporting with the coordination and management of external design consultants, reviewing and providing feedback on their work to ensure design integrity, consistency and quality.

FAQs

What type of projects will the Assistant Design Manager work on?

The Assistant Design Manager will work on exciting new construction projects across multiple sectors within north London, the northern home counties, and East Anglia.

What is the work schedule for this role?

This is a hybrid role that requires a presence in the Hitchin office 3 days per week.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Ideally, candidates should have at least 1 year of main contractor experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Bluebeam, and appropriate software for reviewing 3D models is essential.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this role?

Yes, desirable qualifications include a working knowledge of the construction industry, an understanding of different forms of procurement, working towards relevant professional qualifications or memberships, a valid driving license, and an appropriate CSCS card.

What personal qualities are important for the Assistant Design Manager?

Important personal qualities include adaptability in managing relationships, seeing the bigger picture, teamwork, excellent planning and motivational skills, risk and opportunity management, and a customer-first ethic.

What benefits does Willmott Dixon offer?

Willmott Dixon offers a competitive package that includes an enhanced pension scheme, heavily discounted private medical insurance, life assurance, an incentive bonus, a car scheme with access to low carbon and electric cars, and a motoring expenditure allowance for applicable roles.

What is Willmott Dixon's commitment to diversity?

Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and is a disability confident employer, considering flexible and agile working arrangements.

What is Willmott Dixon's vision and focus?

Willmott Dixon’s purpose is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment for future generations, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and adding lasting value to the neighborhoods they work in.

Has Willmott Dixon received any awards or recognition?

Yes, Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies to work for in 2022, holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women award, and was the first major contractor and developer to win a King’s Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

We are a privately-owned construction and interior fit-out specialist, aspiring to create a lasting positive impact.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1852
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Willmott Dixon is a privately-owned construction and interior fit-out specialist with the ambition to create a huge and lasting positive, impact on our society. This is not only through what we build; it’s through the fantastic efforts of all our people who make a major contribution to enhancing their local communities. We like to think there's no better place to work; this is underlined by coming 5th in the 2020 Sunday Times list of Top 100 companies to work for - better than any other contractor. We provide excellent training and career opportunities, plus a unique and stimulating workplace and benefits package - come and experience it for yourself!

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