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Senior Design Manager

Location: Birmingham, Manchester, London, Oxford, Liverpool, Cambridge, Bristol,
Location Birmingham, Manchester, London, Oxford, Liverpool, Cambridge, Bristol,
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This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

As a senior level Design Manager you will have a knowledge of project delivery processes within the construction and infrastructure sector. You will also understand the importance of utilising clearly defined processes and process management tools such as programmes and KPIs to maintain control. Ideally, you will have experience within the design and engineering phase of projects and understand the nature of the process at this stage.

What you need to do to be effective in this role

  • Facilitate the pre-construction project process, working with all stakeholders including designers, contractors and construction clients. This will involve running team meetings and organising the team to deliver to agreed plans.
  • Plan work schedules for major construction development projects through collaborative working with the key stakeholders.
  • Prepare, monitor and forecast baseline and working schedules during the pre-construction phases of projects.
  • Prepare and present reports on project and team performance and make recommendations on performance improvement.
  • Track issues in the project process and manage action plans to ensure issues are resolved and the project plan is maintained.
  • Use our specialist web-based tools to support all of the above activities – training will be provided.
  • Prepare design management documentation such as scopes of work, responsibility matrices, design management plans, design management processes.
  • Undertake reviews of the design process, including audits of compliance with agreed processes.
  • Undertake reviews of design outputs, including reviews of BIM models and drawings/specifications to ensure technical quality and compliance.
  • Active contribution to continuous improvement of quality and performance of Project Controls.

The skills and experience you need to have for this role

  • Knowledge/experience of construction projects in at least one industry sector: buildings, heavy civils, transportation; and a desire to spread your knowledge to other sectors.
  • Knowledge/experience of the project process through the pre-construction stages of projects, primarily design and procurement. This will include an appreciation of the nature of the design process.
  • Knowledge of construction design solutions, methods and technologies.
  • Confident in liaising with our clients, including facilitating discussions with designers, contractors and construction clients.
  • Some appreciation of planning methods such as Critical Path Method.
  • A preparedness to travel to, and be based in, our clients’ offices or sites if required.

Desirable requirements that you may bring to the role include:

·Experience in the application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) methods and systems.

  • Knowledge/experience of at least one planning system.
  • Suitability for passing UK security clearance screening.

We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.

Our 1,400+ people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They’re the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition.

Come and join us if you’re hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if you’re motivated by ingenuity and if you’re always aspiring to be the very best.

  • Quality
  • THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.

From concept to execution, our work is driven by passion, technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We don’t need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.

  • Ingenuity
  • AS STANDARD.

We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today, then improve on them tomorrow.

  • Partnership
  • BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.

Since 1946, strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen, challenge with care, and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.

  • Aspiration
  • THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.

We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of what’s possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future, we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes.

The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life.

Annual
leave

A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell.

Community
spirit

You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.

Mental
health

Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum’s Help@hand app.

Financial benefits

A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection.

Physical
wellbeing

Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership.

Flexible
working

Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team.

Career development

A pathway at Ridge that’s focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations.

Extra
benefits

Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.

We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you’d like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process, please contact us at workwithus@ridge.co.uk and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.

A polite note to Recruitment Agencies
We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework, and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However, we are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from agency partners at this time – any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.

We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework, but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

A polite note to recruitment agencies

We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity.

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