Design Manager – Masonry contractor

Location: Wickford

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + benefits

About:

My client is a well established and leading blockwork, brickwork and masonry contractor, offering a multi-disciplined package to major main contractors across the UK. Having been part of many prestigious developments in London and playing a major role in leading developments such as the Crossrail Projects, the Olympic Stadium and Health Centres, Shopping Centres and School Academies they are looking for a an excellently skilled Design Manager to join their team.

Information on the role

• Manage the design process using contractual awareness and technical expertise.
• Support understand and advise the client on the requirements and their obligations in the development of the design.
• Act as a focal point for all design related issues on projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Ensure design information is of the right quality and on time.
• Striving to eliminate health and safety risks during construction.
• Ensure the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice where appropriate.
• Liaise with design consultants, statutory bodies, subcontractors and client team.

What we’d like from you

• Proven Design Management or Design Coordination experience
• CAD Proficient
• HND/Degree level in construction related subject preferred.
• Main Contractor experience working within masonry
• Detailed understanding of construction methods, Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
• Ability to plan, organise and manage all aspects of the design.
• Analytical problem solver
• Ability to make reasoned and informed judgements and decisions.
• Knowledge of current building regulations