Commercial builder in Hawthorn who employs a team of 50 high quality construction professionals. Their specialty lies in the educational and health sector with projects ranging from $5m to $40m. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and delivering outstanding results for clients, they are committed to creating spaces that positively impact communities.
The Role
As the Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects by managing the design process from conception through to completion. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will work closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and clients to deliver functional, cost-effective, and innovative design solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the design process across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
- Liaise with architects, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve design challenges effectively.
- Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and client specifications.
- Coordinate value engineering and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Act as the main point of contact between the construction team and design consultants.
- Drive design innovations while maintaining the balance between functionality, aesthetics, and cost.
- Oversee design documentation and approvals, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Proven experience as a Design Manager or similar role within the construction industry.
- Strong background in delivering educational and health projects (or similar).
- Exceptional problem-solving skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a range of professionals to achieve project goals.
- A qualification in architecture, engineering, or construction management is preferred.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Exciting projects that make a real difference in communities.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A dynamic workplace culture that values innovation and teamwork.