Job Title: Design Manager
Location: Munich
Type: Permanent – Circa 128K + Benefits
Experience in Data Centre, Pharmaceutical or Semi-Conductor
Must hold either a EU Passport or Residency in Switzerland
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain controlled document registers and associated documentation.
* Oversee the management of design, surveying, and BIM modelling teams.
* Manage the design and coordination for off-site pre-manufacturing, including client and contractor-procured equipment.
* Identify value engineering opportunities and collaborate on design changes or new issues.
* Define and plan construction methodology and installation sequences.
* Approve technical submittals and shop drawings.
* Coordinate contractor's design works (CDP).
* Support the commercial team with cost assessments for design changes.
* Assist in developing the Design Delivery Schedule alongside the client, Project Manager, design team, and consultants.
* Develop detailed scope-of-work and contract document deliverables for each discipline.
* Negotiate scope, deliverables, and fees with consulting firms.
* Manage the procurement process for design services from initial tender enquiry to appointment.
* Support the Project Manager in tracking design and cost issues to mitigate risks.
* Allocate and manage project workloads within the team and with design consultants.
* Collaborate on addressing new design challenges and changes, as well as conducting research with the team.
* Ensure completed designs are accurate and meet project requirements.
* Manage design document control and ensure proper prioritisation of design tasks.
* Lead and supervise an experienced design team to ensure timely project delivery.
* Implement recovery strategies if delays occur.
* Provide technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders.
* Participate in planning, programming, and reporting activities.
* Attend design meetings and provide input to optimise designs and reduce inefficiencies.
* Liaise with clients, consultants, architects, and other stakeholders.
* Ensure work complies with company procedures and guidelines.
* Oversee the integration of specialist models and fabrication drawings across disciplines to deliver a coordinated design for site teams.
Qualification
* Background in MEP and CSA disciplines (Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering preferred; Architectural, Structural, or Civil Engineering considered).
* 8–10 years of experience in the construction industry.
* Solid experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
* Project management expertise across all design phases, including time and cost management of design fees.
* Proven ability to manage large teams effectively.
* Experience working in a BIM environment.
For more information please apply on the above link or call Alisha Bowell on +447908 273 873 a.bowell@mane.co.uk