DESIGN MANAGER – FACADES CONTRACTOR – HAMPSHIRE
About the Client: SSA is recruiting on behalf of a specialist envelope sub-contractor that has been established for over a decade, building a wide range of award-winning envelope packages.
About the Role: Seeking an established Envelope Design Manager, preferably with experience in the following systems with a sub-contractor – Rainscreen Cladding, Facades, Curtain Wall & Glazing systems. Ownership of own projects reporting to the Senior Design Manager.
About the Responsibilities:
- Working on total design solutions for each project allocated.
- Managing external Designers.
- Managing the workflow and assigning work to Designers.
- Supporting, understanding, and advising the client as to their requirements and obligations.
- Liaising with the Senio Design Manager regarding design and specification for individual projects.
- Assisting with procurement and programming
- Outlining project specifications against cost plans
- Arranging and attending required design meetings
- Sign off of all drawing details
- Issuing of all official documentation to clients
- Ensuring the design process recognizes current legislation, standards, and codes of practice where appropriate.
- Ensuring the design information provided is of high quality and keeping the pace with timescales.
About the Requirements:
- Must be commutable to the South Coast in Hampshire – Degree, HND or equivalent, design, or construction preferred.
- Experience with a prior building envelope sub-contractor is essential. Preferably Rainscreen Cladding, Facades, Curtain Wall & Glazing systems.
- Will have prior experience in a Design Management or Senior Technical Coordination role.
- A thorough understanding of all relevant codes, regulations, and guidance documents.
- A high standard of verbal and oral communication skills
- Must be capable of taking ownership of its own workload and represent the company’s interests appropriately
