Design Manager

Lead and manage the end-to-end design process from concept through to construction and handover

Establish, implement and maintain the Design Management framework across the division

Establish and manage project-specific Design Management Plans, including design scope, deliverables, responsibilities and review gateways

Provide design leadership aligned with project objectives, construction methodology, procurement strategy and commercial drivers

Ensure design documentation supports buildability, constructability, safety in design and efficient sequencing, while identifying and managing design-related risks and opportunities

Coordinate architectural, structural, civil and building services disciplines into fully integrated design solutions

Establish and manage design programmes to achieve key milestones, statutory approvals and construction issue dates

Lead design workshops, coordination meetings, user group sessions and value engineering activities

Review and approve design documentation and drive the timely resolution of design issues, RFIs, clashes and inconsistencies

Lead the engagement, novation, briefing and management of design consultants, monitoring their performance against programme, quality and contractual requirements

Act as the primary interface between consultants, internal project teams, subcontractors, authorities and clients on design matters

Manage statutory approvals and ensure designs comply with the BCA, NCC, Australian Standards, authority requirements and project-specific obligations

Oversee HSEQ-in-Design processes and ensure sustainability requirements and targets are embedded, documented and verified

Ensure design outcomes align with project budgets, cost plans and procurement strategies, including value engineering, trade packaging, variations and consultant fee claims

Oversee design document control and quality assurance while leading, mentoring and building the capability of Design Coordinators and other design team members

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.