Project Design Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

1. Design Leadership and Oversight

• Strategic Design Direction: Lead and define the overall design vision and strategy for the project, ensuring it aligns with the client’s objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Design Quality Control: Oversee the quality of design work, ensuring that all deliverables meet the required standards, are technically sound, and are in line with project specifications and client expectations.
• Design Coordination: Coordinate the work of multidisciplinary design teams (e.g., architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers) to ensure integration and coherence in the final design.

2. Client and Stakeholder Management

• Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding design-related issues, ensuring clear and ongoing communication throughout the design phase.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, contractors, and consultants, to ensure the design meets all required standards and addresses any external concerns.
• Client Presentations: Lead presentations of design concepts and progress reports to clients and key stakeholders, adjusting designs as necessary based on feedback.

3. Project Planning and Coordination

• Project Scheduling: Develop and maintain design timelines, ensuring that the design phase is completed on schedule and aligns with the overall project schedule.
• Resource Allocation: Ensure that appropriate resources, both human and technical, are allocated to the design team and that the team is working efficiently to meet project deadlines.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to the design phase, such as delays, design conflicts, or budget overruns, and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

4. Budget and Financial Management

• Budget Oversight: Monitor design budgets and ensure that costs are kept within approved limits. Work closely with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising design quality.
• Value Engineering: Encourage value engineering efforts to optimize design solutions, enhance project value, and reduce unnecessary costs.

5. Technical Expertise and Innovation

• Design Standards and Codes: Ensure that designs comply with local building codes, safety regulations, environmental guidelines, and other relevant standards.
• Innovation and Sustainability: Foster a culture of innovation in design, promoting the integration of sustainable practices, energy efficiency, and cutting-edge technologies in the design process.
• Problem Solving: Address any technical design challenges that arise, collaborating with engineers and designers to find practical solutions.

6. Team Leadership and Mentorship

• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of designers, engineers, and architects, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful project delivery.
• Skill Development: Foster a collaborative environment, encourage professional development, and ensure that team members have the necessary skills and resources to perform their roles effectively.
• Performance Management: Evaluate the performance of design team members, providing feedback and facilitating career growth within the organization.

7. Documentation and Reporting

• Design Documentation: Oversee the preparation and review of design documents, drawings, specifications, and reports to ensure they are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Progress Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior management and clients on the status of the design phase, highlighting key milestones, potential issues, and corrective actions.

Desired candidate profile

• Lead and oversee the successful execution of design projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical and financial risks associated with projects to ensure their successful delivery.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and designers to refine designs during the pre-construction phase.
• Ensure strict adherence to contract terms and conditions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee design deliverables and ensure they meet project milestones, technical requirements, and budget constraints.
• Prepare detailed project schedules and timelines, coordinating with various teams to ensure all milestones are met.
• Identify and mitigate risks during the pre-construction phase, ensuring that technical, financial, and regulatory risks are adequately addressed.
• Ensure that all design and construction activities comply with local codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Facilitate decision-making processes with key stakeholders to ensure timely progress during the pre-construction phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in either Architecture or Structural / MEP design Engineering, with the last five years in a director / lead role.