Exciting times are ahead of us at Bouygues UK as we look to grow our data centre division. We are recruiting for a Senior Design Manager to join our team in Newport, working on our data centre projects. This is a great long-term opportunity for someone as we have a strong pipeline of projects ahead of us. Job Purpose & Scope: Responsible to lead/manage the design process in order to develop a design compliant with all contract requirements and in the most cost effective way. All information will be fully coordinated in order to deliver the project on time within budget and to meet the client`s requirements. Overall responsibility for Project Design Management. Overall management of the Design Consultants Liaises between the Client, the Design Consultants and the project staff for design matters Liaise with Site Manager for the development of design packages and procurement strategies. Accountabilities & Key Tasks: Understand client requirements/output specs Ensure pricing assumptions are consistent with the development of the design - with Pre construction manager Monitors design progress and ensures the accuracy and completeness of design variables at each stage of the design development process (ITN Phase / PB Phase / Construction Phase) Ensures that all resources for coordination are appointed Prepare monthly report to Design Leads Responsible for design compliance, build ability, efficiency of design and supporting the bid process. Responsible to lead the sign off of documents to the correct status Prepares and validates the Design Management Plan (DMP) Prepares the Project`s Document Management Procedure in accordance with TEC.CMP.05. Endorses Consultants` DMPs Defines consultant values and authorizes appointed consultants payments Defines designer`s objectives: time, details, ratios, coordination`s, etc. Manage the flow of design information and the Document Control Support the procurement and commercial teams Representing BYUK at Client/User/Local Authority and other stakeholder meetings Co-ordinate the input from BYUK Technical Department necessary to develop a robust design Manage the Environmental Certification Process i.e. BREEAM / CFSH Manage (preconstruction) or participate (construction) the Design Transfer from preconstruction to construction Complete / approve Design Consultant Assessments Prepares / validates design programme in line with procurement strategies (developed by the Commercial Manager / Construction Manager) Essential & Desirable Criteria: Essential Relevant Construction or Architecture qualification Previous main contractor experience Expert understanding of the Design & Build process Excellent knowledge of the design process, at commercial and construction design stages Understands the RIBA plan of work Strong in depth technical knowledge Good knowledge of planning process Proven experience of managing design on numerous projects. Working knowledge of building regulations Desirable Good knowledge of Building Contract and Consultant Contracts Desirable to be chartered with the CIOB, RIBA or similar Why Bouygues UK Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, we look for people who demonstrate our key values – Teamwork, Trust, Simplicity & Pioneering Spirit. We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including: · 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days · pension scheme · life insurance · private medical insurance · BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits · Volunteering opportunities Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification Together with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award-winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors. Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets. With annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times. Be Yourself Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. 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