Design Manager

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

Purpose

Leads the implementation of design management systems, ensuring compliance with business, statutory, contractual and legal requirements. Drives continuous improvement and client value, while overseeing all phases of design management and coordinating closely with construction, commercial, programme and procurement teams.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Delivers assigned business plan objectives, ensuring outcomes are achieved to programme, budget and quality requirements.
• Leads and supports design management resources across projects, driving coordinated and consistent delivery.
• Ensures stakeholder requirements, governance standards and management systems are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyses and presents performance data, KPIs and management review outputs to stakeholders.
• Builds effective stakeholder relationships and promotes collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Supports business development activities and leverages organizational knowledge to drive continuous improvement.
  
  

You’ll Need To Have

• Degree qualified in a design-related discipline or equivalent.
• Good understanding of construction, consultancy and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience applying design management, risk management and mitigation principles.
• Strong knowledge of prefabrication strategies across multiple sectors and building types.
  
  

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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