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Job Description

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.

We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.

We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

What we are recruiting for:

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Design Manager for a major MoD construction project located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The function of the role is to deliver Design Management on projects from pre-bid to handover with a high degree of independence, working with the senior project team.

Roles & responsibilities:

Deliver Design Management on projects with a high degree of independence using experience and judgement Integrate and work alongside senior project team; e.g. Project Director, Commercial Director, Construction Director etc. Represent the business at a senior level with clients, consultants and supply chain partners Manage high value complex projects in a variety of different sectors, client types and procurement contexts Bid for new work collaboratively with project teams, quickly establish external relationships and secure work through reports and presentations Manage consultant design through pre-construction period with the integration of specialist designers Manage process of design review and approval through documentation, documents management systems and inspections Manage third party interfaces such as Planning and Building Control (RBCA) Report to the Head of Design Management: Private/Public at regular intervals and key milestones on delivery of projects Manage design through internal project governance e.g.: Bid and conversion commitment reviews Monthly Project in Conversion / Project in Delivery Reviews Internal and external audits

Credentials

Appropriate CSCS card for the role Professional Construction Qualifications relevant to the role (BSc or MSc in construction project management, building studies or architecture).

Essential Skills, knowledge, experience, behaviours

Skills

Ability to Plan, Manage and Monitor Design in line with the duties of the Building Act Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) Strong written and verbal communication skills both technical and non-technical to client, supply chain, peers and stakeholders Able to use robust judgement in weighing up multiple, complex, sources of information and clearly communicate direction Able to direct and negotiate with consultants at a senior level e.g. business owners Able to present technical and procedural material to audiences Competent IT skills and experience in relevant types of programmes; Microsoft Office, PDF Editing, Presentation software e.g. Adobe InDesign, BIM Model software e.g. Autodesk Construction Cloud

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of the design and construction process Knowledge of relevant legislation, construction laws, the regulatory framework, industry standards and technical guides Thorough knowledge of Construction Design Management 2015 Regulations and the roles of CDM Principal Designer and CDM Principal Contractor Through knowledge of the Building Safety Act and roles of BR Principal Designer and BR Principal Contractor Detailed knowledge of the RIBA Work Stages and their deliverables Thorough knowledge of design and construction technical details Detailed knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts e.g. JCT Design and Build, Construction Management, Management Contracting and NEC Detailed understanding of Professional Services Agreements Thorough knowledge of Sustainability including the delivery of relevant accreditations Thorough knowledge of Digital project integration delivery including, digital design (BIM), common data environments and project delivery programmes. Robust commercial awareness including contract conditions, deliverables, liability and responsibility Thorough understanding of construction methodologies and their influencing factors, e.g. safety, fabrication, assembly, logistics, availability.

Experience

Experience managing consultants to ensure design and quality assurance deliverables are achieved and recorded. Experience of dealing with clients, contractors and construction activities. Previous experience as a design manager/architect on a significant new build project. Trained in all safety matters Experience in the selection and procurement of designers on a competitive basis. Experience in the creation and use of project control mechanisms.

Behaviours

Must lead in the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) vision and prioritise safety in every aspect of the role Ability to initiate, establish and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, supply chain and external partners Flexibility and openness of approach and willingness to work as a team player. Collaboration with all levels of design managers across the business to share best practices, lessons learnt and offer cross project support Uphold and demonstrate the company values

We will provide:

Car allowance 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 gym’s nation wide Industry leading parental leave Please note that due to the nature of this role, security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate. Further details about security vetting can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) or Vetting explained - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Belong at Bovis

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a communication method.

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.

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. 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 , lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.

Bovis

Building Relationships

We do what’s right, always

We succeed together

We bring energy

We are Bovis

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