Bovis is seeking a Design Manager to join their construction business in Gloucester, England, United Kingdom.

The role of the Design Manager is to ensure that an effective and productive liaison is established between the external design team, the construction and commercial team, and Statutory Authorities whilst interfacing with the client team. The role will be focused upon public sector work on the Defence Optimisation Programme (DEOP).

• Ensure all design information is delivered to the project team to meet the project programme and project cost plan.
• Ensure all design information is buildable in a safe manner and is of a quality matching the project design stage.
• Ensure the design information meets the Contractor’s Proposals, Employer’s Requirements, or brief. Identify and schedule any deviations.
• Add value to the project through sensible and practical Value Engineering, seeking alternative options in design whilst maintaining the essence and quality of the design through all stages of the design process.
• Drive the supply chain management of the finished product through leading, motivating, and managing the external consultants.
• Define the scope of services of each Design Team consultant through the use of a Design Responsibility Matrix.
• Review the Design Teams BIM capabilities and deliveries and assist in preparing the Project BIM Execution Plan.

Experience & background:

• Registered and construction industry professional, e.g., Registered Architect or Chartered Engineer.
• Extensive experience within the construction industry post-qualification.
• Ability to lead an external design team.
• Ability to become a trusted and valued member of a site-based team.

Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate.

We will provide:

• Flexible and hybrid work options.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical health benefit.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services.
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide.
• Industry leading parental leave.

Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling, and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success, and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry, including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or disabled.

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