Senior Design Manager
- Posted 08 January 2025
- Salary230K - 260K
- LocationSydney
- Job type Permanent
- Sectors CGC CoverConstruction
- Reference3868605
Job description
Multiple projects kicking off, opportunities also exist in he North Sydney area
Enjoy working with Construction Managers from the mid-tier market
Project in the early stages of construction.
The Company
As a Design Manager, you will take charge of both the pre-construction and delivery phase across a $600M masterplan development in the Hills district.
Pre-Construction Phase
Enjoy working with Construction Managers from the mid-tier market
Project in the early stages of construction.
The Company
- Our client is a leading residential builder established in the late 2000’s that has more than doubled over the last 5 years
- They employ a professional and dedicated team of approx. 180 staff, many of those from the mid tier construction market
- And are in a strong financial position with a stable pipeline of work starting in the next 6 months ranging from $50M – $600M
- They work with prestigious developers on upper market projects
- With forwarding work secured for up to 5 years and new projects starting in 2025 they will not be affected should there be a downturn in the market, so employees will enjoy job security.
As a Design Manager, you will take charge of both the pre-construction and delivery phase across a $600M masterplan development in the Hills district.
Pre-Construction Phase
- Analyse potential projects and tenders and conduct risk analysis on all design aspects.
- Contribute to tender bids, presentations, and value engineering solutions.
- Manage the design process to incorporate cost-effective solutions.
- Define and manage the design scope, including functional and structural breakdowns.
- Prepare project-specific design and engineering management plans.
- Ensure efficient communication and coordination between design, planning, and construction teams.
- Develop templates and manage construction documentation.
- Verify and validate compliance with proposed design solutions.
- Track design progress, manage key deliverables, and implement corrective measures.
- Oversee safety in design, risk registers, and client request management.
- Conduct design meetings and manage consultant/subcontractor relationships.
- Report on lessons learned and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- The chance to make a tangible impact on high-profile construction projects.
- A competitive salary between 230K – 260K depending on experience
- Proven experience in design management across highrise residential or master planned communities
- Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders.
- Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.