Location: London
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager / Architect to join a well-established contractor, supporting the successful delivery of large healthcare projects across London.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working on healthcare projects and will have a strong understanding of the specific design, technical, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements associated with healthcare environments.
Candidates with experience as a Lead Consultant, Lead Designer, Design Manager, Architect, or similar will be considered, provided they have a strong understanding of both design delivery and wider project management.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through to completion on healthcare projects.
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Coordinate architects, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, specialist designers, and project stakeholders.
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Manage design programmes, Design Responsibility Matrices, information release schedules, and technical deliverables.
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Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant, buildable, and delivered in line with programme and project requirements.
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Work closely with the Senior Project Manager, Project Director, client, and wider project team.
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Lead design meetings, design reviews, workshops, and multidisciplinary coordination activities.
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Manage design changes, RFIs, variations, risks, and technical issues throughout the project lifecycle.
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Support tendering, value engineering, procurement, and commercial activities.
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Ensure healthcare-specific design requirements, standards, regulations, and client requirements are incorporated into the design.
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Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, healthcare stakeholders, and project teams.
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Ensure design and construction quality, health & safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements are maintained throughout the project.
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Support the successful handover of projects, ensuring all design and technical information is complete and compliant.
Experience & Skills
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Relevant qualification in Architecture, Design, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.
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Previous experience delivering healthcare projects is essential.
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Proven experience in a Design Manager, Architect, Lead Designer, Lead Consultant, or similar role.
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Strong Design & Build project experience.
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Good understanding of the specific design and delivery requirements associated with healthcare environments.
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Comprehensive understanding of project management, programme, procurement, commercial, risk, and construction delivery.
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Strong leadership, coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Good understanding of buildability, construction processes, technical design, and multidisciplinary coordination.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a fast-paced project environment.
Desirable
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Previous experience working for a main contractor or D&B contractor.
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Experience delivering healthcare projects within London.
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Experience working on complex or live healthcare environments, including refurbishment, fit-out, or new-build projects.
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Knowledge of BIM and digital design processes.
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Experience with Revit, Navisworks, Viewpoint, or similar CDE platforms.
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Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and specialist subcontractor design.
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Understanding of relevant healthcare design standards, guidance, and compliance requirements
Salary description
£65000.00 - £70000.00 per year