Design Manager
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Job Description
Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful.
We are OCU One Company United.
Throughout 2023 OCU Group has been experiencing a sustained period of growth and expansion.
Design Manager
Role Overview
This role requires excellent communication technical and organisational skills to manage design teams collaborate with stakeholders and ensure seamless integration of design into project delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the design process for assigned projects ensuring all design outputs align with project specifications and requirements.
Manage and coordinate design consultants architects and engineers to deliver highquality designs on schedule.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration between design teams clients and project stakeholders.
Monitor progress and resolve design issues to prevent delays or conflicts during project execution.
2. Compliance and Quality Assurance
Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulations standards and codes of practice.
Conduct design reviews and audits to maintain quality and accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with design elements ensuring safety and sustainability are prioritised.
3. Value Engineering and Innovation
Identify opportunities for value engineering to optimise project efficiency costeffectiveness and sustainability.
Drive innovative solutions and best practices in design to enhance project outcomes.
Collaborate with the project team to ensure designs balance functionality aesthetics and practicality.
4. Value Engineering and Innovation
Identify opportunities for value engineering to optimise project efficiency costeffectiveness and sustainability.
Drive innovative solutions and best practices in design to enhance project outcomes.
Collaborate with the project team to ensure designs balance functionality aesthetics and practicality.
5. Value Engineering and Innovation
Identify opportunities for value engineering to optimise project efficiency costeffectiveness and sustainability.
Drive innovative solutions and best practices in design to enhance project outcomes.
Collaborate with the project team to ensure designs balance functionality aesthetics and practicality.
6. Support for Project Delivery
Work closely with the Project Manager to integrate design seamlessly into project delivery.
Coordinate design handovers and ensure smooth transitions between design and construction phases.
Address designrelated challenges during construction providing solutions that minimise impact on schedules and budgets.
7. Risk Management and ProblemSolving:
Identify and assess risks to project delivery including technical risks implement mitigation measures and maintain accurate records.
Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address risks and challenges.
Resolve issues that arise during the project lifecycle escalating to the Project Manager as needed.
8. Quality Assurance:
Ensure all works are delivered to the required quality standards and in accordance with project specifications.
Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality requirements.
Address nonconformance issues promptly and effectively.
Skills and Experience
Education:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field. Professional accreditation (e.g. RIBA ICE CIOB IET) is highly desirable.
Experience:
Proven experience in design management within the construction or rail industries.
Track record of delivering design elements for complex largescale projects.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including architects engineers and subcontractors.
Skills:
Strong understanding of design processes regulations and standards.
Excellent organisational and project management skills.
Proficiency in design software and tools (e.g. AutoCAD Revit) and project management software.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Analytical mindset with problemsolving abilities and attention to detail.
Key Competencies
Project Delivery: Skilled in planning coordinating and managing all aspects of project execution.
Safety Leadership: Committed to maintaining a safe working environment and promoting a strong safety culture.
Client Focus: Dedicated to building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Problem Solving: Proactive in addressing challenges and implementing effective solutions.
Attention to Detail: Ensures highquality outcomes across all project activities.
What We Value
We value our commitment to each other summed up in our five values we all sign up to these We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.
Our Aim & Vision at OCU To be the UKs leading energy transition and utilities contractor.
We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.
Employment Type
Full Time
