Design Manager

Due to continued multiple project wins, our client is looking for Design Managers with a background in building services, structural or civil engineering to join a team of a very well-established Data Centre Design Consultancy. THE COMPANY * Global multi-disciplinary consultancy in the Top 4 Data Centre companies of Northern Europe. * Impressive Central London office close to numerous major transport links. * Very well-established mission critical division that are winning some of the leading projects in the market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * The Design Manager will deliver and overall manage the mission critical projects by being a vital link between the multi-disciplinary design teams involved. * The Design Manager will run project trackers and ensuring project milestones are hit and coordinate design stage issues. * The Design Manager will be reviewing contract documents and contractual obligations. * The Design Manager will be responsible for the efficient management of the project, team and external partners/ sub-consultant management, pre- and post-contract. * Managing, agreeing and tracking of RFIs, client decisions and approval procedures, ensuring submissions align with client expectations. * The Design Manager will be involved in client and design team meetings, taking notes and tracking actions. SKILLS AND BACKGROUND * The Design manager will be Degree qualified in Building Services, civil or structural engineering or Architecture. * The Design Manager will have excellent communication and management skills. * Consultancy or Architecture background. * The Design Manager will have a strong understanding of construction project design processes and will have experience of working on multiple projects to tight deadlines. * Experience of design management tools such as trackers for actions, information requested, deliverables, client comments and variations. * No prior Data Centre experience needed. BENEFITS * Flexible work: 2 days at the office 3 days from home. * Help with Chartership. * Healthcare and Pension allowances. * 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service. * Holiday purchase and buy back scheme. * Non-contractual bonus awards. * Training sponsorship. * Salary commensurate with experience. * People work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders. * Allocated budget for a professional qualification per year