Assistant Design Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Design Manager to join a leading name in Fit Out Contracting to work on complex and large value projects (£50m plus) from tender stage through to the completion of construction stage design information in and around Central London and the South East. This business has an exceptional name across the industry and are a great company to work for due to their excellent financial position and their strong pipeline of work ahead.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of undertaking design management activities at both tender and construction stages. This experience will include working on single stage, two stage and negotiated contracts across a range of sectors including education (schools, further and higher), health, commercial, residential, accommodation, retail and industrial.

About the role of Assistant Design Manager

• Develop innovative design solutions to clients briefs with input from the professional team and subcontractors;
• Develop relationships with clients during early concept stages; manage expectations of the project through regular communication and discussions regarding requirements and specifications;
• Chair and minute design team meetings and design workshops to arrive at solutions which are cost effective and meet the requirements of the procurement and construction activities.
• Manage the relationship for the whole project team - with the client, subcontractors and professional team resolve any queries;
• Understand the process and risks/opportunities related to managing the design with regard to Employer's Requirements, Contractors' Proposals.

Requirements of an Assistant Design Manager

• Competent user of MS packages e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word
• Competent user of Collaborative platforms such as 4Projects
• Comprehensive site experience in engineering or site management role
• Knowledge of current Building Regulations
• Knowledge of current BREEAM/Passivhaus requirements
• Understanding of M&E design and interface with build

What's on offer for an Assistant Design Manager

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• 26 days annual leave
• Professional membership fees
• Flexible and Agile working

This is fantastic opportunity as you will gain valuable exposure of the design principles utilised on key projects and be apart of a great site team.