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Job Opportunity: Design Manager
Location: Hybrid role – a mix of office, home, and site-based work (candidates must be within a 2-hour commute)
Salary Range: £65,000 - £85,000+ (commensurate with experience, higher range for fire remediation expertise)

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years in cladding design, with fire remediation experience highly desirable
Are you a skilled design professional with expertise in cladding systems and a passion for fire safety? We are seeking a Design Manager to lead and deliver innovative, compliant, and high-quality solutions on projects that prioritize safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Expertise: Oversee and manage designs for envelope cladding systems, ensuring materials and solutions meet the latest fire safety regulations.
• Project Management: Coordinate design stages, ensuring deadlines are met while collaborating with architects, fire engineers, and stakeholders.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs adhere to relevant standards and regulations, addressing fire remediation needs where applicable.
• Problem Solving: Tackle design challenges during planning and on-site activities with innovative, practical solutions.
• Technical Oversight: Utilize AutoCAD or similar software to guide design processes and manage deliverables.
• Communication: Effectively liaise with design houses, consultants, and key project contributors to align objectives.
• Budget Management: Manage costs, estimate budgets, and implement value engineering strategies to optimize project efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a design team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Extensive technical knowledge of cladding systems and fire safety regulations.
• Proven experience in project and design management within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in technical drawing tools such as AutoCAD or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated financial awareness, including budget management and cost estimation.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Leadership qualities to mentor and inspire team members.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with higher pay for fire remediation expertise.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Flexibility to work from the office, home, and on-site.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead impactful projects and grow professionally.
• Innovative Projects: Work on challenging and meaningful construction initiatives.

Who We’re Looking For We seek a driven and knowledgeable Design Manager with a passion for excellence, a commitment to compliance, and a knack for leadership. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and shape the future of cladding design, we’d love to hear from you!

Be a part of a team that values innovation, quality, and safety in every project. Apply today!

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