Design Manager (Architecture)

Job description / Role

Core Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities

Design Management:
• Manage design consultants to deliver designs from concept to Issue for Construction (IFC) stages.
• Ensure compliance with Employer’s requirements, applicable legislation, codes, standards, and health & safety considerations.
• Review and approve design consultants’ change proposals.

Project Coordination:
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan, manage, and monitor design progress.
• Support stakeholder engagement and ensure integration among designers for cohesive designs.

Review and Oversight:
• Oversee the design review process in collaboration with the Design Review Manager.
• Manage design-related risks and contribute to risk management plans.

Innovation and Best Practices:
• Promote innovation and share best practices among consultants.
• Leverage the Technical Excellence team for design standards and guidelines.

Collaboration:
• Ensure design objectives are met by coordinating with other departments.
• Facilitate construction changes and resolve design issues with the construction team.

Core Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or professional registration in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related discipline.
• Experience managing design and/or construction of super high-rise or complex projects with a strong architectural focus.

General Competency Skills:
• Clear, analytical problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in leveraging Information Technology for work performance.

Core Competencies:
• Design management expertise.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.
• Leadership of diverse, multidisciplinary teams to foster collaboration.
• Proficiency in managing and liaising with multiple consultants.

Software Skills:
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Project) and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with Power BI, PowerApps, and document management software.

Special Skills:
• Knowledge of architectural design codes, standards, and guidelines for high-rise/super high-rise buildings.
• Familiarity with construction methods, materials, and safety standards.

Desirable Skills:
• Experience working in different regions or countries.
• Management of both design and construction delivery stages.
• Implementation of Modern Method of Construction (MMC) techniques on projects.

About the Company

Westlakes Recruit is an independently owned UK & Dubai recruitment consultancy focused on the Engineering and Construction industries highly regulated sectors.

We are a fast growing business with a steadfast strategy of discipline led recruitment, structured around three core areas: • Project Controls – planning, cost, estimating, risk • Professional Services - Engineering & Technical, Project & Programme Management, HSEQ • Commercial services and Construction Claims – Commercial, Procurement, Delay and Quantum Analysts