Design Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager (PMC) with a minimum of 15 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in a similar position within the Project Management Consultancy Services (PMC) industry. The candidate shall have a proven track record of assuming a similar role in a reputable consultancy firm. Specific experience in managing the design of hospitality projects mainly resorts including firms and adventures assets , coupled with the knowledge of BIM, will be highly advantageous. Excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset are essential for success in this role. Solid experience BIM is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Design Management Plan and the design programme including interface with stakeholders, Procurement, Commercial and Construction Programme.
• Develop and manage the WBS for the design phase. Track the design deliverables to ensure the completeness of design at the defined milestones.
• Implement, monitor and validate the Project Design Governance process and procedures.
• Monitor and validate the Design performance by the Lead Design Consultants and sub consultants.
• Lead the technical meeting and progress meeting with the Design consultants, preparing and circulating the meetings agenda, and meeting minutes.
• Manage the Design submissions received from the Design Consultants.
• Foster clear and consistent communication between stakeholders, including client, designers
• Promote design to budget and manage design changes effectively, minimizing impact on timelines and budget
• Assess design submittals and provide recommendations concerning contractual / scope compliance, and alignment with Client’s /Project requirements.
• Manage the design review team efficiently ensuring the review process is followed and the team is carryout the review activities on time.
• Ensure the incorporating of the design review comments and rectifications by the design consultants
• Ensure the integration of the design with all project components, operator requirements & guidelines, and client requirements.
• Report to the Client about the Design status, at any Design stage, and provide recommendations.
• Ensure alignment with Design milestones and Monitor statutory authority approval processes.

Required Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture discipline
• Advanced degrees and certifications are desirable (such as PMP, PMI-RMP, or Prince 2)
• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience with at least 5 years of experience in Project Management Consultancy.
• Significant experience in design management of Hospitality complex projects.
• Strong leadership, Effective communication, Proficient in English