Design Manager - UK & Singapore

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

12/13/2024

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project

We are keen to speak with design professionals who posses the right to work in both the UK and Singapore and who are open to short secondments in APAC region.

Working with a global pharmaceutical company the design manager is primarily accountable for the adherence to deliver quality, schedule and budget of the architectural and engineering design activities on a project during concept (Stage 2), basic (Stage 3) and detailed (Stage 4) design stages. The DM is also accountable for the handshake with C&Q, and the transfer of as built records. The DM is a key member of the AZ project management team, reporting to the project manager, and working alongside the project technical manager (PTM), and construction manager (CM) and C&Q manager.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well

• You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and compliance standards for the design resources you manage.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
  
  

Client Focus - Deliver On Our Promise

• You will guide daily activities of the team of design management resources for project/s
• You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of design management to deliver key strategic outcomes & sub-function KPIs, directly influencing strategic development.
• You will be a point of contact for client design issues, ensuring relationships are managed and maintained.
• Support the project manager in selecting a design contractor (A/E) and type of contract.
• Work with PM to ensure alignment of scope with design resources.
• Support project scheduler to establish robust integrated schedule and budget.
• Manage (A/E) to achieve project design objectives in compliance with policies, guidelines, and user requirements specification, and legislative compliance.
• Manage delivery pace and quality to meet schedule and approved budget.
• Define technical governance and delivery organisation with PTM.
• Ensure all design/engineering reviews adhere to current design assurance processes.
• Regular meetings (weekly) with the (A/E) to review progress, changes and escalations.
• Support project controls team to measure design progress at least once a month, to establish actual progress achieved vs schedule.
• Manage the project change management process pertaining to design, documenting all requests, organising and management impact assessments (incl. cost, schedule, reputation, resources, etc.).
• Ensure that all project change requests are reviewed and approved by PM and other key signatories in a timely manner.
• Manage the engineering response to requests for information by A/E during construction.
  
  

Integrity - Always Do The Right Thing

• You will manage the implementation of design management systems, processes and protocols to meet statutory, legal, and contractual requirements.
• You will support the long term development of strategy for a function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.
  
  

Create Opportunity For Our People To Excel

• You will support your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• You will use your network to support business development and work winning activities.
  
  

You’ll Need To Have

• You have an architectural and MEP design background with associated degree and experience of delivering and managing projects through all RIBA stages.
• Membership of ARB, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Experience of delivering and managing projects through all RIBA stages.
• You are keen to develop your career working within the wider PM team on a complex programme of works.
• You have a good understanding of the full design process. Designs within Listed buildings and working on retrofit experience is beneficial.
• You are confident working with digital design and management programmes, can build lasting client relationships and keen to work to develop strong, motivated teams.
  
  

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.