Position - Preconstruction Design Manager

Location - Warrington

Pay Rate - £400 - £450 -a-day

This will be a high-profile role for a Preconstruction Design Manager within a successful main contractor which specialises in commercial, education and healthcare sectors.

Client Details

This newly created opportunity is with a growing construction firm which has gone from strength to strength in the last couple of years. They have a varied client base across the private and public sectors

Description

Working out of the office in Warrington this is a multi-project role and will have these key responsibilities:

* Oversee the preconstruction phase of projects, ensuring designs meet client specifications and regulatory requirements

* Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to create cost-effective and efficient designs

* Manage the project design budget and timeline, ensuring resources are allocated effectively

* Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies

* Work closely with the client team liaising on multiple projects

* Run feedback and debriefing sessions to identify customer issues and identify opportunities to improve policies, processes and procedures.

* Maintain effective communication with the customer on all agreed actions to ensure that any issues are resolved to their satisfaction.

* Lead project meetings & provide regular updates to senior management on project progress.

* Ensure all projects adhere to company standards and industry regulations.

* Facilitate communication between all project stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

* Implement & maintain quality control procedures throughout the design & construction process.

Profile

* A successful Preconstruction Design Manager should have:

* A degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.

* Proven experience as a Design Manager working for a main contractor

* A background in managing the preconstruction phase.

* Demonstrable client management skills

* An excellent understanding of construction methodologies and regulations (particularly residential, student accommodation, and hotels)

* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

* Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet project deadlines