design manager.

To be the right fit for this exciting opportunity, we are ideally looking for a Designer who has gone up the ranks to become the Design Manager at a leading Architecture firm. Alternatively, if you are currently working for a D&C head contractor and have a design/achitecture background, with many years of experience on the design side of the fence before moving over to the builder, that would be a great match too.

Company:

Leading commercial construction business dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to their clients. The business has been established over 40 years and has built up an enviable reputation in Australia delivering complex commercial contracts in challenging high-security environments including government projects. With unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction, you will be working closely with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, ensuring that the project meets the highest standards of design excellence, functionality, and budgetary requirements. The business has a fantastic collaborative team culture and they are passionate about work life balance and career progression within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design team, guiding every aspect of the design process from inception to implementation, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Assume full ownership of the project's design, ensuring meticulous adherence to all specified requirements.
• Oversee the design team and external consultants, ensuring seamless collaboration across all project phases.
• Develop and implement tailored design delivery strategies aligned with project objectives and stringent quality standards.
• Establish streamlined design management processes and overarching strategies for the delivery team's success.
• Manage external design partners, diligently monitoring their deliverables, costs, and timelines to ensure strict adherence to project specifications.
• Develop and meticulously manage design delivery budgets and schedules, providing comprehensive reports on cost implications and adjustments.
• Build client relationships throughout the design phase and beyond, guaranteeing alignment with prescribed requirements.
• Coordinate the design approval process while upholding steadfast compliance with project mandates.
• Provide strategic leadership and unwavering direction to the design management team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Mentor design management staff, nurturing their competencies and fostering professional growth.
• Facilitate robust collaboration between design and construction teams to drive pioneering project innovation and resounding success.
• Maintain and build lasting relationships with all project stakeholders, adeptly managing expectations and communications.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, compliance, and ethical conduct across all design processes.

What you'll need:

• Tertiary Qualification in Architecture or Engineering
• Minimum 10 years in technical management roles, with at least 5+ years dedicated to architecture/design and ideally 5+ years working for a head contractor in the commercial sector in a Design Coordinator/Manager position. The project itself is mixture of D&C commercial and modular new build.
• Extensive experience in multi-disciplinary project design and construction, with a notable focus on complex projects valued at prefably $50 million+
• You must have Commercial New Build project experience, not solely Residential
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial and legislative compliance within design frameworks
• You must have existing experience working in Australia.

This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to drive transformative design outcomes within a dynamic and high-profile project environment. If you possess a passion for innovation and a proven track record in design management, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of their visionary team.


To Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Design Manager with passion and commitment to delivering high-quality projects, working in the Northern Beaches, we want to hear from you!

Apply now via the advert or please send your CV to me directly at tamara.dempsey@randstad.com.au or call me on 0433 987817 for a confidential chat about the opportunity.

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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.