Design Manager

Design Manager – Water / Waste Water (Treatment Plants / Pumping Stations / Water Assets) - Exeter + HYBRID / some REMOTE *Civil Design Engineers / M&E Engineers / Structural Design Engineers / Site Agents / Project Managers also Considered - with a view of transferring experience* What Makes It GREAT? -Leading UK Tier 1 Main Contractor -Stable pipeline of work on long term water frameworks. -Mix of office, site and remote working. Role: You will be a key member of the senior project team within the Water Treatment Department involved in Water schemes in the South West, responsible for the design function and team (both internally and externally) on live schemes. Managing and co-ordinating the design of complex and large value projects (up to £15m) from tender stage through to the completion of construction stage design information. To utilise construction knowledge and experience to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions in conjunction with the project team, apply value engineering principles to ensure best value for all parties, and ensure an effective construction phase by applying an understanding of site management practices, interface management, risks, costs and co-ordination. Duties: * Develop innovative design solutions to clients’ briefs with input from the project team and subcontractors. * Develop relationships with clients during early concept stages; manage expectations of the project through regular communication and discussions regarding requirements and specifications. * Chair and minute design team meetings and design workshops to arrive at solutions which are cost effective and meet the requirements of the procurement and construction activities. * Manage the relationship for the whole project team - with the client, subcontractors and professional team resolve any queries. * Understand the process and risks/opportunities related to managing the design with regard to Employer’s Requirements, Contractors' Proposals. * Identif