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EQUANS

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Durham

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  • You need a relevant degree, chartered membership, experience in high-rise and sustainability projects, knowledge of building regs, strong design skills, project management ability, and excellent communication.
  • You will develop design plans, coordinate teams, review submissions, communicate with clients, manage budgets, ensure compliance, and maintain documentation for smooth project delivery.

Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree (Hons) in a relevant field such as Architecture, Building Surveying, Construction Management, or Architectural Technology.
  • Chartered memberships: Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) demonstrating a high level of commitment and expertise.
  • Experience
  • Past experience working on multiple occupancy High Rise projects, public buildings and sustainability projects through funding such as SHDF, LCSF and PSDS.
  • An understanding of Retrofit project specifications and requirements.
  • A demonstrable history of work on complex projects and what impacts the candidate had on these in regard to design control.
  • Competencies:
  • Technical Skills:
  • Strong foundation in construction principles and methodologies: Understanding how design translates into a feasible and safe construction methodology.
  • Knowledge of building regulations and codes: Ensuring designs comply with building regulations, the Building Safety Act, health and safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
  • Competence in industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD.
  • Familiarity with design coordination through Viewpoint for Projects.
  • Project Management Skills:
  • Planning and scheduling: The need to plan, schedule, and monitor the design process, ensuring it meets deadlines and milestones.
  • Resource management: Effectively allocating tasks and resources within the design team is vital for project success.
  • Budget awareness: Understanding project budgets and keeping design costs under control is important.
  • Interpersonal Qualities:
  • Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication skills are essential to collaborate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team (engineers, architects, surveyors etc.) and liaise with clients.
  • Leadership and team management: Motivating and leading the design and delivery teams to achieve project goals is a key to project success.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills: The ability to analyse design proposals, identify potential issues, and find creative solutions is essential.
  • Negotiation and commercial awareness: Negotiating with contractors and clients while keeping project economics in mind is important.
  • Additional Skills:
  • Attention to detail: A keen eye for detail is crucial to ensure high-quality design deliverables.
  • Commercial awareness: Understanding the commercial aspects of construction projects can be beneficial.
  • Lifelong learning: Staying updated on the latest construction technologies, regulations, and best practices is essential.

Responsibilities

  • - Develop a comprehensive design plan that outlines the design stages, deliverables/scope of works, and timelines in line with the construction program.
  • - Coordinate and oversee the design process, ensuring all disciplines fully collaborate and work together seamlessly to avoid conflicts and delays.
  • - Review, value engineer, and approve design submissions, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to project specifications.
  • - Manage design revisions and modifications as needed, keeping stakeholders informed of any changes.
  • - Coordinate and chair design team meetings.
  • - Clearly communicate design concepts, progress updates, and potential risks, constraints, and opportunities to the client.
  • - Address client questions and concerns effectively, ensuring their expectations are met throughout the design phase.
  • - Liaise with other project stakeholders like contractors, surveyors, and planning & statutory authorities, to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • - Work within the project budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining design quality.
  • - Manage design contracts with consultants and ensure deliverables meet agreed-upon standards within the allocated budget.
  • - Be mindful of the commercial implications of design decisions and keep project economics in mind. Any design changes are to be fully agreed and documented in line with Equans EMS and contract protocol.
  • - To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy and ensure all employees reporting to you do the same and being responsible for ensuring that SHEQ requirements are always upheld to the highest of standards. Complete all mandatory e-learning modules.
  • - Understand, implement and adhere to all Equans internal programmes/policies i.e. Our Fundamentals, Perform programme, Our Teams etc. (all available on Equans website).
  • - Provide technical guidance and support to the design team on construction principles, building regulations, and best practices.
  • - Identify and troubleshoot design issues proactively, seeking creative solutions to ensure project feasibility and functionality.
  • - Stay up to date with the latest construction technologies, design trends, MMC, and sustainable building practices.
  • - Ensure all design documents, drawings, and specifications are clear, accurate, and coordinated.
  • - Manage the design information handover to the construction team, ensuring a smooth transition to the build phase.
  • - Maintain thorough design documentation for future reference and maintenance purposes.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Design Manager.

Where is the Design Manager position located?

The Design Manager position is based in Seaham.

What type of contract is offered for this role?

The contract offered for this role is permanent.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The work schedule is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week.

What kind of benefits does the Design Manager position offer?

The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, life cover, employee assistance program, employee discount shopping schemes, gym membership discounts, and opportunities for professional development.

What are the educational qualifications required for this position?

A bachelor’s degree (Hons) in a relevant field such as Architecture, Building Surveying, Construction Management, or Architectural Technology is required.

Is any specific experience required for the Design Manager role?

Yes, past experience working on multiple occupancy high-rise projects, public buildings, and sustainability projects is required.

What technical skills are necessary for this role?

Strong foundation in construction principles, knowledge of building regulations and codes, and competence in industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD are necessary.

What interpersonal qualities are sought after for the Design Manager?

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, along with leadership and team management capabilities, are sought after.

Does the position require chartered memberships?

Yes, chartered memberships such as those from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) are preferred.

What is the primary responsibility of the Design Manager?

The primary responsibility of the Design Manager is to manage the design process, ensuring that all disciplines collaborate effectively while meeting project specifications and timelines.

Are there any specific software tools the Design Manager should be familiar with?

Yes, familiarity with AutoCAD and design coordination tools such as Viewpoint for Projects is required.

What types of projects will the Design Manager be involved with?

The Design Manager will be involved with high-rise projects, public buildings, and sustainability projects, including retrofitting initiatives.

What is the company culture at EQUANS?

EQUANS promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion, where everyone's voice is heard and supported, encouraging employees to be their true selves at work.

Does this role require any additional checks for employment?

Yes, certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check as noted in the role requirements.

What should candidates do if they are interested in this position?

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EQUANS

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Equans, a Bouygues group company, is the world leader in multi-technical services with offices in 20 country hubs. This brand expresses the desire to provide the right answer [ANS] to the equations [EQU] of our customers. We design and provide customised solutions to improve our customers’ buildings, technical equipment, systems and processes and to support them in optimising their use. With nearly 95,000 highly qualified employees and a strong geographic footprint through our historical local brands, we have excellent technical know-how in design, installation, maintenance and performance services, with a unique combination of skills as in HVAC, Cooling & Fire protection, Facility Management, Digital & ICT, Electrical, Mechanical & Robotics...Equans expertise and knowledge of our customers’ businesses now place us to support them in their transitions for modernisation and sustainable development.