Who are we?
At Multiplex, we are changing skylines across the globe. As a pioneering construction business, we design and build complex, iconic and sustainable structures that add to the economic, cultural and community life in the areas we operate. We’ve got the boldness to take on projects others say can’t be done. We have the entrepreneurial spirit to challenge preconceived ideas. And we’ve got the determination to unlock and deliver value where others cannot see it.
What is the overall job?

The Design Manager will report to the Project Director for the day to day tasks with functional report to the Head of Design, and may have supervisory responsibilities for other project members. The Design Manager will be responsible for design management across the entire project. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Appoint the consultants by preparing their respective scope of services and negotiate the fees
• Manage the design procurement and development process in consideration of the project program, cost, health and safety, sustainability and quality requirements.
• Acquire deep understanding of the design brief such as the Employer’s Requirements and the Contractor’s Proposals. Manage to ensure the project design is in compliance with them
• Ensure design is compliant with all relevant legislation and delivered in accordance with CDMC requirements.
• Ensure buildability, cost effectiveness and a high standard of finish
• Establish, monitor and manage the design program
• Develop and manage the project document control systems
• Resolve all design issues including those from the client, authorities and the our project team

What do I need to be successful in this role?

• Background in design, construction and delivery process including design management experience with a main contractor on projects.
• Knowledge of design principles and experience in project delivery
• Commercial and financial understanding in the above context – ability to contribute to value enhancement as part of the design process
• Demonstrable experience in construction, including a sound knowledge of Construction methodology, process and sequence
• Experience of User group interface and stakeholder engagement
• Educated to degree level or equivalent. Recognised disciplines include; Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying or similar building related studies.

What’s the company like to work for?

We are a construction company and we are all passionate about delivering exceptional projects that leave a positive and lasting legacy in the cities we build. Because we are passionate, we work hard, and our people are driven. Our Culture? We think we’re friendly and our flat management structure means that you’ll be just as likely to have a chat with our MD in the kitchen as with any of our other team members. We regularly have business wide socials so you can meet people across our projects, and we run plenty of clubs and events, so you’ll never be short of things to do! Benefits of working at Multiplex include:

• Discretionary annual bonus, 8% company contribution pension
• Single private medical cover, employee assistance programme, virtual GP service
• 25 days annual leave, options to buy additional leave, 1 day voluntary leave, leave with tenure
• Several flexible/voluntary benefits from dental plans, season ticket loans, discounted gym memberships to a cycle to work scheme.

At Multiplex we are committed to being a diverse business that is inclusive of everyone. Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Multiplex.
We offer flexibility in how our people work and value the ongoing development of all staff. We operate “Multiplex Flex” which is much more than working from home! We are open to conversations around flexible working needs for this role and will be more than happy to discuss this with you.

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The Design Manager will report to the Project Director for the day to day tasks with functional report to the Head of Design, and may have supervisory responsibilities for other project members. The Design Manager will be responsible for design management across the entire project. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Appoint the consultants by preparing their respective scope of services and negotiate the fees
• Manage the design procurement and development process in consideration of the project program, cost, health and safety, sustainability and quality requirements.
• Acquire deep understanding of the design brief such as the Employer’s Requirements and the Contractor’s Proposals. Manage to ensure the project design is in compliance with them
• Ensure design is compliant with all relevant legislation and delivered in accordance with CDMC requirements.
• Ensure buildability, cost effectiveness and a high standard of finish
• Establish, monitor and manage the design program
• Develop and manage the project document control systems
• Resolve all design issues including those from the client, authorities and the our project tea

What do I need to be successful in this role?

• Background in design, construction and delivery process including design management experience with a main contractor on projects.
• Knowledge of design principles and experience in project delivery
• Commercial and financial understanding in the above context – ability to contribute to value enhancement as part of the design process
• Demonstrable experience in construction, including a sound knowledge of Construction methodology, process and sequence
• Experience of User group interface and stakeholder engagement
• Educated to degree level or equivalent. Recognised disciplines include; Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying or similar building related studies

We are a construction company and we are all passionate about delivering exceptional projects that leave a positive and lasting legacy in the cities we build. Because we are passionate, we work hard, and our people are driven. Our Culture? We think we’re friendly and our flat management structure means that you’ll be just as likely to have a chat with our MD in the kitchen as with any of our other team members. We regularly have business wide socials so you can meet people across our projects, and we run plenty of clubs and events, so you’ll never be short of things to do! Benefits of working at Multiplex include:

• Discretionary annual bonus, 8% company contribution pension
• Single private medical cover, employee assistance programme, virtual GP service
• 25 days annual leave, options to buy additional leave, 1 day voluntary leave, leave with tenure
• Several flexible/voluntary benefits from dental plans, season ticket loans, discounted gym memberships to a cycle to work scheme