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Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor, delivering infrastructure - roads, substations, utilities, housing developments and renewable projects. Currently looking for a Design Manager to join their well established team in Inverness. The successful candidate will preferable have experience within the energy sector.
Role Purpose
The Design Manager is responsible for managing the design process from concept through to construction. They act as the key interface between clients, consultants, and project delivery teams to ensure that design outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design Management
Lead, coordinate, and manage design across multiple disciplines.
Ensure design information is accurate, practical, and fully compliant with client requirements, statutory regulations, and industry standards.
Review and approve drawings, specifications, and calculations.
Project Coordination
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
Contribute technical expertise in design and project meetings.
Manage the flow of design information to keep construction programmes on track.
Risk & Compliance
Proactively identify and manage design-related risks.
Ensure adherence to CDM Regulations, planning approvals, building regulations, and environmental/sustainability requirements.
Quality & Delivery
Monitor design progress against key milestones.
Integrate design with procurement and construction activities.
Champion innovation and value engineering to achieve the best project outcomes.
Team Leadership
Mentor and support junior design staff.
Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused approach across disciplines and supply chain partners.
Strong technical background in civil engineering, construction, or architecture.
Proven track record in managing the design process on infrastructure or construction projects.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Confidence in interpreting complex technical information and making clear decisions.
Proficiency in design management software such as BIM, AutoCAD, Revit, or ProjectWise.
If you are interested and wish to discuss in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland
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