Design Leadership Role
The Design Manager plays a pivotal role leading the development and continual optimisation of Class 1 Home dwelling residential product designs.
This role is responsible for managing the existing design library, driving innovation through collaboration with key stakeholders, and overseeing the end-to-end design process - from initial client brief and concept development to display home execution and documentation delivery.
* Manage our existing library of master designs, updating, innovating & optimising as required
* Manage and mentor a team of designers to achieve consistent and compliant designs in a timely manner
* Partner with Sales Teams to obtain design briefs, innovate and establish the pipeline of upcoming work
* Manage all aspects of new product designs into the design library
* Collaborate with key stakeholders to deliver timely projects for our display home designs
* Problem solve and work cross functionally with internal teams to ensure designs meet requirements
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Strong 3D documentation skills. Revit and Enscape preferred
* High level communication, influencing and negotiation skills in stakeholder management to achieve positive outcomes
* Well-developed problem-solving skills, structured and analytical thinker
* Ability to drive, coach and share knowledge with design team to upskill and resolve issues
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
* Project management and time management experience
* Ability to identify and document business processes and system improvements
Qualifications:
* Formal qualifications in architecture or building design
* Minimum 10 years' experience in a similar role
* Strong knowledge of architectural design, detailing, building materials, residential construction techniques, cost, Australian Standards and building legislation
* Knowledge of Class 1 residential home dwelling construction processes and contracts
* Experience on construction sites preferred