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Design Manager
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Job Title: Design Manager - Structural Steel
Location: Portsmouth
Salary Range: £55,000 - £75,000
Company Overview
Join a leading structural steel and architectural metalwork company specialising in the design, fabrication, and installation of high-quality steel structures and bespoke architectural solutions. Renowned for delivering exceptional results across diverse project scales, the company uses cutting-edge fabrication technologies and expert craftsmanship to address unique structural challenges.
With a growing portfolio of successful projects, they are seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee and lead a team of steel detailers and structural engineers. This role ensures project excellence, technical accuracy, and seamless collaboration between teams.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
Team Oversight: Manage and lead detailing and structural engineering teams, ensuring all designs are compliant with industry standards and client expectations.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to steel detailers and engineers, fostering growth and technical expertise.
Subcontract Supervision: Oversee subcontracted design and detailing work, ensuring deliverables meet company standards.
Project Coordination
Client Relations: Act as the primary design contact for clients, ensuring satisfaction and clear communication.
Program Management: Develop and maintain detailed design programs, ensuring milestones are met on time.
Budget Control: Monitor design budgets, proactively identifying and addressing potential overruns.
Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial Managers, and other stakeholders to align design goals with project requirements and budgets.
Technical and Quality Assurance
Drawing Review: Approve and review fabrication packs to ensure accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
Technical Proficiency: Maintain expertise in software such as Tekla, ensuring team competency and process efficiency.
Industry Expertise: Provide technical input for projects involving balconies, balustrades, and other architectural metalwork.
Quality Assurance: Ensure all designs meet structural integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance standards.
Requirements
Technical Expertise:
Proven experience in structural steel and architectural metalwork design, particularly with balconies, balustrades, and complex structures.
Leadership Skills:
Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop multidisciplinary teams, including steel detailers and engineers.
Software Proficiency:
Expertise in Tekla Structures and other relevant design tools.
Communication:
Exceptional communication skills for managing client relationships and coordinating with internal and external teams.
Experience:
A strong background in structural engineering or architectural metalwork with a focus on practical, buildable designs.For more details or to apply, please contact:
Sharon O'Donnell - Steel and Metalwork SpecialistBefore You Apply
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