Design Manager Job
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead our team in delivering high-quality design projects. As a Design Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating the design phase of multiple projects, ensuring that designs meet client briefs and project feasibility parameters.
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in design management within the property development or construction sectors. They will have strong technical knowledge of building regulations and planning frameworks, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills.
The successful candidate will also be able to manage multiple complex projects and stakeholders simultaneously, with a detail-oriented and solutions-driven mindset.
About The Role
* Lead and Coordinate Design Teams: The Design Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating a team of architects, engineers, and consultants to deliver concept designs for Development Applications (DAs).
* Ensure Design Compliance: The Design Manager will ensure that designs comply with client briefs, project feasibility parameters, and regulatory standards.
* Manage Stakeholders: The Design Manager will manage engagement with planning and approval authorities, ensuring smooth navigation through the approvals process.
What We Offer
* Collaborative Culture: Our company offers a collaborative culture where you can work with passionate and driven team members.
* Career Development Opportunities: We provide opportunities for career growth and development.
* Meaningful Work: You will have the opportunity to work on high-quality developments that create places people are proud to live in and visit.
Requirements
* Experience: 8+ years of experience in design management within the property development or construction sectors.
* Technical Knowledge: Strong technical knowledge of building regulations and planning frameworks.
* Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership and communication skills.
* Detail-Oriented: A detail-oriented and solutions-driven mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead consultant teams to deliver concept designs for Development Applications (DAs), while ensuring alignment with project vision, authority requirements, and commercial objectives.
2. Ensure design compliance with client briefs, project feasibility parameters, and regulatory standards (NCC, BCA, BASIX, D&BP Act, etc).
3. Manage engagement with planning and approval authorities, ensuring smooth navigation through the approvals process.
4. Develop and maintain design programmes, ensuring key milestones are met and risks are proactively managed.
5. Oversee consultant budgets and collaborate with construction and cost planning teams to develop cost plans aligned with feasibility targets.
6. Review design documentation for quality, compliance, and buildability.
7. Work closely with the development and construction teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to delivery.