Design Manager
Company Overview
Writech is an internationally recognised leader in Fire Protection Systems. We are approved to Engineer, Design, Manufacture, Install, Service, and Commission to all standards and have award-winning expertise in Fire Sprinkler Protection, Foam Enhanced Fire Protection, Gas Protection, Firewater Mist Protection, Insert Gas Protection, and Special Hazard Fire Protection.
THE ROLE
The Design Manager will support the team in enhancing our Design activities. This role involves leading, managing, coaching, mentoring, training, and supporting a team of Design Engineers and CAD Technicians to maximise their potential. The Design Manager will also manage recruitment, onboarding, performance management, retention, employee engagement, and learning development of the Design team.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Management of drawing standards and specifications.
* Manage and coordinate LCBP standards and inspection and accreditation process.
* Development and updating of Design SOPs, Manuals, and Procedures in line with legislative, regulatory, Company, and Client requirements.
* Schedule and plan for upcoming works and provide updates to relevant Departments.
* Ensure all designs are tracked, monitored, planned, and progress updated in relevant project management schedules and systems.
* Develop and implement standard design tools to build efficiencies in project execution.
* Demonstrating accountability and ownership for team performance, working with the team on deliverables and liaising with functional management to resolve issues.
* Deliver internal and external communications to all stakeholders in a timely manner.
* Promote and maintain a positive HSEQ culture and safe work environment in conjunction with the Writech Health & Safety Statement and support Writech’s CSR initiatives.
* Proactively engage in all Company-led initiatives while ensuring best practice standards are promoted and maintained.
* Ensure all written documentation is accurate, timely, and legible, keeping all records up to date at all times.
REQUIREMENTS
* Minimum 5 years Fire Sprinkler Design Experience
* Experience using Revit
* Experience with BIM (Building Information Modelling) workflows
* Proven record of building and sustaining effective and professional working relationships; being a trusted advisor to colleagues.
* Excellent time management, attention to detail, and reliability skills.
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in leading and managing design teams.
* Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards.
BENEFITS
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
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