Design Manager

Posted 22 April by Shorterm Group
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Competitive salary
Dorset , South West England
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Shorterm Group
Design Manager - Modular Construction

Company Overview
Representing my client, I am actively seeking a proficient Design Manager for a well-established and financially stable company, thriving since 1930. With strong backing from its parent company, our client maintains a close-knit, transparent culture and boasts high employee retention. All operations, from design to manufacturing, are centralized at a single site.

Role Summary
We're scouting for a seasoned Design Manager with a strong background in leading design teams within modular construction or panelised design. This pivotal role centres on nurturing and empowering a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the safe, sustainable, and coordinated delivery of projects within defined parameters.

Key Responsibilities
*Lead and mentor the design team, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
*Drive initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and profitability.
*Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulations, overseeing CDM compliance as the Principal Designer.

Key Qualifications & Experience:
*Proven experience as a Design Manager, guiding technical teams throughout project cycles.
*Proficiency in modern construction methods and regulations, encompassing CDM, Building Regulations, BREEAM, and NHBC.
*Strong command of engineering software (AutoCAD, Revit) within architectural contexts.
*Familiarity with light gauge steel frame construction and exposure to Residential, Education, and Defence sectors.
*Desirable knowledge of BIM Level 2 environments.

Desired Qualifications:
*Chartered status or qualifications (RIBA, Meng, RICS) are beneficial.
*NEBOSH Certificate or NVQ Level 4 is a plus.

Personal Attributes:
*Adept communicator, building strong relationships with teams and stakeholders.
*Results-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in high-pressure scenarios.
*Analytical thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Location & Working Hours
*Based in Dorset
*Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (in the office)
*Friday: 8:30 am to 1:00 pm (working from home)

Interview Process
The interview process will commence with a Teams call, followed by a face-to-face interview.

If you're a proactive Design Manager with a robust leadership background in modular construction or panelised design, enthusiastic about contributing to a vibrant, supportive company culture, kindly reach out to Jamie Birch on .

Reference: 52514378

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