Senior Design Manager
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The role:
The Senior Design Manager will play a key role in overseeing the design development and coordination of our luxury residential projects from conception through to completion. This position requires a highly skilled individual with a strong background in architecture or engineering, coupled with proven experience managing complex residential designs.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the design
team in developing innovative and aesthetically pleasing concepts for
high-end residential developments, ensuring alignment with the project
vision, client requirements, and budgetary constraints.
2.
Collaborate closely with external and internal stakeholders, including
project managers, architects, engineers, and interior designers, to
integrate design solutions seamlessly into the overall project
delivery process.
3. Oversee the preparation and review of
architectural drawings, specifications, and other design documentation
to ensure accuracy, compliance with building codes, and adherence to
project timelines.
4. Manage the coordination of consultants and
external design partners, including structural engineers, MEP
engineers, to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and resolve
design conflicts.
5. Conduct regular design reviews and
presentations to stakeholders, providing clear and concise
communication of design intent, progress updates, and recommendations
for resolution of design-related issues.
6. Stay abreast of
industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in
residential design, and integrate innovative design solutions and
sustainable principles into project designs where appropriate.
7.
Foster a culture of creativity, excellence, and continuous improvement
within the design team, mentoring junior.
8. Collaborate closely
with the commercial team to prepare project packages, assess
variations, and address changes effectively.
9. Oversee, monitor,
and ensure adherence to design program deadlines, proactively managing
any challenges to maintain project timelines.
10. Take ownership of
Information Release Schedules (IRS), ensuring timely and accurate
dissemination of design information to relevant stakeholders.