Design Manager

Project Location: Europe

Experience in Data Centre, Pharmaceutical or Semi-Conductor

Must hold either a EU Passport or Residency in Switzerland

Package Includes:

• Accommodation
• Flights
• Rotation
• Travel
• Expat Allowance

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain controlled document registers and associated documentation.
• Oversee the management of design, surveying, and BIM modelling teams.
• Manage the design and coordination for off-site pre-manufacturing, including client and contractor-procured equipment.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and collaborate on design changes or new issues.
• Define and plan construction methodology and installation sequences.
• Approve technical submittals and shop drawings.
• Coordinate contractor's design works (CDP).
• Support the commercial team with cost assessments for design changes.
• Assist in developing the Design Delivery Schedule alongside the client, Project Manager, design team, and consultants.
• Develop detailed scope-of-work and contract document deliverables for each discipline.
• Negotiate scope, deliverables, and fees with consulting firms.
• Manage the procurement process for design services from initial tender enquiry to appointment.
• Support the Project Manager in tracking design and cost issues to mitigate risks.
• Allocate and manage project workloads within the team and with design consultants.
• Collaborate on addressing new design challenges and changes, as well as conducting research with the team.
• Ensure completed designs are accurate and meet project requirements.
• Manage design document control and ensure proper prioritisation of design tasks.
• Lead and supervise an experienced design team to ensure timely project delivery.
• Implement recovery strategies if delays occur.
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in planning, programming, and reporting activities.
• Attend design meetings and provide input to optimise designs and reduce inefficiencies.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure work complies with company procedures and guidelines.
• Oversee the integration of specialist models and fabrication drawings across disciplines to deliver a coordinated design for site teams.

Qualification

• Background in MEP and CSA disciplines (Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering preferred; Architectural, Structural, or Civil Engineering considered).
• 8-10 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Solid experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Project management expertise across all design phases, including time and cost management of design fees.
• Proven ability to manage large teams effectively.
• Experience working in a BIM environment.