Senior Design Manager

7 months ago

Dublin, Ireland Mace Full time

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our .

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well: 

You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and compliance standards for the design resources you manage. 

You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. 

You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus – Deliver on our promise: 

Act as the day to day operational manager for any design managers or other design management resource deployed to projects. 

You will be responsible for leading the delivery of design management to deliver key strategic outcomes and sub-function KPIs, directly influencing strategic development. 

You will be the main point of contact for client design issues, ensuring relationships are managed and maintained. 

Develops delegated elements of annual business plan outcomes to deadlines and budget.

Leads and manages design resource for project/s.

Manages daily operations for project/s design resource /managers.

Leads and presents management review data/key performance indicators (KPIs) to project and sub-function leadership

Supports business development and work winning activities.

Leads the identification, development, and delivery of relevant training.

Ensure management system is followed and whole project roles and responsibilities are adhered to.

Acts as focal point for design related matters on project/s.

Recommends and initiates change to project delivery plans, develops new design management tools and operating processes.

Supports and influences procurement routes, contractual and legal aspects of project/s.

Contributes to the promotion of technical excellence, support dialogue/communication.

Collaborates project management office (PMO) teams (as required) ensuring coordinated deliverables.

Actively seeks out knowledge and experience through Company reach back. 

Actively seeks understanding and utilise the centre of excellence (CoE) knowledge base.

Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Integrity – Always do the right thing: 

You will implement and execute the design management system, processes and protocols to meet statutory, legal, and contractual requirements. 

You will support the long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. 

You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values. 

Create opportunity for our people to excel: 

You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.

You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub. 

You will use your network to support business development and work winning activities. 

You’ll need to have:

Good knowledge and application of design management. systems,design risk management and mitigation. Excellent knowledge of prefabrication/ build strategies. Extensive multiple sector experience delivering different building types.

Display good negotiation skills to support the client/customer focus.

Good knowledge of the construction and consultancy industries. 

Building safety legislation, building standards, construction contracts, professional appointments and health and safety legislation.

Excellent communication, organizational, presentation and writing skills. Maintains impartiality & takes pragmatic approach evaluating evidence. 

Ability to take initiative and make appropriate decisions. 

Good BIM literacy, BIM management and BIM Deliverables.

Good technical knowledge to challenge projects/design/proposals.

Ability to lead others and delegate effectively.

Continuous improvement and resiliance through training and business improvement activities. Works form their own initiative.

Enthusiastic, involves and encourages others.

Acts as central point of contact for project and relevant stakeholders, internal and externally, operating within an inclusive environment.

Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate.

Educated to degree level preferably in design relevant discipline (or equivalent).

You’ll also have:

Membership professional body (RIBA, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT).

Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the construction sector.

Construction management expertise.

Developing commercial and financial acumen.

Experience leading parts of construction projects within large, diverse teams.

Experience of building relationships with key stakeholders.

Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on. 

CPD record of continual learning/development.

Demonstrable building safety competence for Higher Risk Buildings.

Good knowledge of all design disciplines.

Exposure to Risk and Opportunity through Design management processes.

Developed understanding of Statutory and Mandatory requirements and timescales, including Higher Risk Buildings.

Stays up to date with key industry/ professional trends.

Work with industry leadership, professional bodies and affiliations (CLC, CIBSE, RICS, RIBA, ASFP).

Knowledge of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) rules and specific sector/market regulations.

Ability to deal with and influence senior management.

Seeks opportunities for implementing improved working practices. 

Actively improve the team's knowledge and improve their interdependencies and communication skills.

Experience with interview and team build-up.

Ability to deal with and influence senior management towards a desired course of action.

Mentors and develops individuals, sharing knowledge and experience.

Networks with peer project teams and other disciplines.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of 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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