Design Manager

Location

Glasgow

Job Type

Contract

Salary

£550 - £625 per day

Reference Code

BBBH33902_1773071577

- Design Manager will provide delivery of our client's projects within the power transmission & distribution sector.

- Develop engineering design work

. - Provide overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognized best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2 or similar), including FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout.

- Support Fulfil the project role of Project Manager on assigned design-only projects or fulfilling the role of Design Manager on assigned Design & Build/Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects.

- Program and completion of projects within specified dates - Support professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders

- Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements

- Maintain project compliance to applicable Our client and client design management processes and procedures.

- Develop and implement project policies and procedures, project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

- Report regularly on project progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

- Plan and lead project and client meetings, as required. - Support the preparation of project proposals, lead presentations, and lead project contract negotiations with support from senior management.

- Drive 'Safety by Design' approach on all projects, at all times.

- Support nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude.

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ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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