Quick overview
Job description
Design Manager - Data Centre Construction
Location: Blyth, Northumberland
Our client is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee the coordinated delivery of CSA and MEP design packages on a major data centre development in Blyth.
The Role
- Manage the in-house design team and external engineering and architectural consultants
- Coordinate CSA and MEP design packages throughout the construction programme
- Oversee technical submittals, RFIs, IFC drawing releases and design deliverables
- Maintain the design risk register and ensure compliance with Safety in Design requirements
- Coordinate OFCI vendor information and integration into the wider design
- Support LEED requirements and sustainability-related design obligations
- Liaise with temporary works teams and construction managers to resolve design interfaces
- Manage design coordination meetings and ensure technical issues are resolved to programme
Candidate Requirements
- 8+ years' experience managing design delivery on major construction projects
- Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
- Strong experience coordinating multidisciplinary CSA and MEP design
- Excellent understanding of construction documentation, design risk and technical compliance
- Confident managing design consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams
- Data centre experience highly desirable, although candidates from major industrial, pharmaceutical or similarly complex projects will be considered
Location & Travel
Preference will be given to candidates living within 60 miles of Blyth, followed by those within 90 miles.
- Qualifying candidates living over 60 miles from site may receive Monday to Thursday accommodation and a £160 weekly tax-free allowance, subject to satisfactory proof of address and applicable tax rules.
- Flights and accommodation are also available for suitable candidates travelling from Ireland or mainland Europe on a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.
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