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Senior Design Manager

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Balfour Beatty

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Design
  • Derby
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need leadership skills, team management experience, strong numeracy, BIM knowledge, relevant professional membership, a valid CSCS card, and a passion for innovation and customer focus.
  • You will lead design proposals, manage teams and third parties, ensure budget compliance, advise on buildability, liaise with authorities, and drive innovation focused on customer needs.

Requirements

  • Leadership skills are required to deliver design services in a timely manner with a customer and business sector specific focus
  • Experience of leading a team and/or coaching team members is desirable
  • Numeracy and bid/report writing is a requirement
  • Good working knowledge of BIM is required
  • Experience within the most current forms of procurement
  • Relevant professional membership with an appropriate institute, e.g. RIBA, BIBSE, IET, aligned to the workstream is recommended
  • A valid CSCS card is a requirement
  • Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material, applicable to the business stream
  • Desire to continuously pursue innovation and development, with a focus on the customer and the relevant business stream

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of design proposals, ensuring they meet customer requirements, including budget constraints, presenting proposals for approval to the customer
  • Manage and ensure effective briefing of the Design Team including M&E elements.
  • Management of any 3rd parties or novated design teams to ensure that they meet all customer specifications and where necessary, checking the competence and resources of any incumbent design teams or 3rd parties
  • Provide advice and guidance on the “buildability” of the design proposals to the design and construction teams on all packages
  • Liaise with all statutory bodies/authorities as required – such as town planning, building control and services e.g. gas and water
  • Leadership skills are required to deliver design services in a timely manner with a customer and business sector specific focus
  • Desire to continuously pursue innovation and development, with a focus on the customer and the relevant business stream

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Senior Design Manager.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Design Manager at Balfour Beatty?

A Senior Design Manager is responsible for leading the development and implementation of design proposals, managing the design team, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, advising on buildability, and liaising with statutory bodies.

Is leadership experience required for this role?

Yes, leadership skills are required to deliver design services effectively and to manage a team.

What qualifications are recommended for applicants?

Relevant professional membership with an appropriate institute, such as RIBA, BIBSE, or IET, is recommended.

Is knowledge of BIM required for this position?

Yes, a good working knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is required.

Are there any specific card requirements for this role?

Yes, a valid CSCS card is a requirement for this position.

What kind of working hours can I expect in this role?

The role includes a base of 42 hours per week.

Are there opportunities for career development within the company?

Yes, Balfour Beatty encourages continuous innovation and development opportunities for its employees.

What benefits does Balfour Beatty offer to employees?

Benefits include an attractive salary, company car or car allowance option, company bonus scheme, pension savings, 25 days annual leave, and various employee benefits.

Does Balfour Beatty have any initiatives for diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Balfour Beatty places a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion as vital components of a successful workplace.

Can applicants with disabilities apply for this role?

Yes, Balfour Beatty is committed to being a Disability Confident Employer and will offer interviews to applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum requirements.

Is there an opportunity to purchase additional vacation days?

Yes, employees have the option to buy extra annual leave days.

Will I need to work directly with external design teams?

Yes, managing 3rd parties or novated design teams to ensure they meet customer specifications is part of the role's responsibilities.

Does Balfour Beatty offer flexibility in working hours?

Yes, Balfour Beatty provides smart working options, including staggered start and finish times and up to 40% remote working where roles allow.

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Balfour Beatty

We are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group. With 24,500 employees, we provide innovative and efficient infrastructure that underpins our daily lives, supports communities and enables economic growth. We finance, develop, build and maintain complex infrastructure such as transportation, power and utility systems, social and commercial buildings.