Design Manager

Building a sustainable tomorrow

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Design Manager to join the London Construction segment.

Making Possible

• You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages, during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages.
• Engage and manage the digital and sustainability requirements of the project.
• Liaise with subcontractors, design team members and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets all the relevant DfE and school requirements and conforms to Building Regulations.
• You will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair Client Engagement Meetings (CEM’s) and design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process.
• Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with the DfE, Technical Advisors (TA’s) and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements.
• Demonstrate level of technical competence across Arch, Structures and MEPH
• Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings.
• Ensure the design programme is developed and managed with all parties to inform the TIDP and MIDP.
• Regular reporting both internally and externally.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package which could include;
Competitive salary
Company Car or Car allowance
A wide range of family friendly policies
8% matched pension contributions
Private healthcare
Life assurance
26 days holiday
2 wellbeing days
1 volunteering day
Personal and professional development
Flexible benefit pot

What do you bring to the role?

• Design Management Experience, ideally within DFE/Schools sector.
• A “can-do” and collaborative approach
• Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate and with confidence to make decisions when required.
• A desire to constantly learn, improve and share knowledge and experience.
• An understanding of both the design and construction processes within the DfE sector, and the interface between them with an understanding of Revit and AutoCAD and BIM Level 2 requirements.
• Desire to drive improvements and benefits through embracing digital construction.
• Excellent communication skills, both at the personal level and more formal reporting level
• Review designs for technical completeness and buildability, Develop Consultant scopes of service and the Design Responsibility Matrix, Develop VE proposals with wider team, Lead design programme.
• An understanding of EDMS, particularly ACC/Autodesk Forma.

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

​​​BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"