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Technical / Design Manager

£60k to £90k per annum + package

Gravesend, Kent

Our client has a unique opportunity for an experienced design build Technical Manager. The role includes primary responsibility for design management and co-ordination of all technical aspects of projects from planning approval through to project completion.

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will manage and lead the design on multiple schemes. The role will include reviewing design compliance, design efficiency, build-ability and developing value engineering opportunities with the commercial and operation teams.

Responsibilities:

Reviewing and managing high risk building designs for gateway 2 submission / approval in preparation for commencement on site to achieve the best possible standard delivered through an efficient compliant design
Agreeing with the Technical Director and department heads initial design deliverables and design programme, liaise with commercial department to correlate procurement deadlines with design deliverables
Ensuring all aspects of the building design are fully coordinated, including but not restricted to, structures, façade, MEP, internal specification, Utilities co-ordination and service / maintenance strategies
Develop project specific Design Programmes which form part of the broader Master Development Programme, manage the design deliverables in line with design / procurement program
Managing external design consultants and specialist subcontractors with Design Responsibilities, ensuring delivery against the brief within set timescales and budget
Reviewing consultant and specialist designs to include the viability of o?-site production and alternative methods of construction
Assisting with the appointment of external consultants and manage their performance
Leading on the production and management of scopes of works, appointment documents, technical programmes, collateral warranties, references and fee proposals
Assist with developing project specific contractors' proposals
Chair Design Team meetings and workshops to ensure consultant designs are fully co-ordinated and deliver efficient solutions across the board.
Manage the transition of planning approved schemes into efficient and workable commercial solutions
Leading the optimisation process, focusing on delivering design excellence across the scheme
Develop the technical specifications in line with contractors' proposals and employers Requirements
Co-ordinate and manage the submission of all statutory enquiries, crossovers, sewer connections etc., in a timely manner from initial application to obtaining technical approval
Co-ordinate and manage information required to discharge planning conditions, liaise with design team to collate submission packs
Co-ordinate and manage information required to discharge building regulation and warranty provider conditions
Co-ordinate and manage any party wall project specific agreements
Co-ordinate technical Submittal approvals required to facilitate the project programme
Co-ordinate and manage design requirements for specialist subcontractors with Design Responsibility
Manage the Design Development process during the Procurement stage to ensure the timely production of coordinated Design Team information
Innovation is key to a fast-moving industry, a keen eye for new innovative approaches during the design and planning stages is required
Adopting a 'best value' approach, which seeks to minimise costs and maximise value.About you:

Degree / Higher Diploma qualification in Architecture / Engineering or equivalent, minimum 5 years post qualification experience
High rise experience in the design and detailing of residential schemes, previous developer or design build main contractor experience required
A strong knowledge and understanding of the latest building regulations and standards
Ability to co-ordinate and deliver demanding design programs
Excellent communication skills
To be willing to accept responsibility for completing designated tasks
Ability to work with people at all levels in a team environment
Careful attention to detail and accuracy of designs are essential
Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions as required in a timely manner
Manage and co-ordinate a number of different projects at the same timeFor more information call (phone number removed) or attach your CV