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Senior Design Manager at AECOM | Leeds

AECOMLeeds
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Are you ready to redefine possibilities?We are looking for candidates who possess a robust blend of both technical and behavioral competencies as outlined in the Design Management Induction Plan, including:A comprehensive understanding of the design process. Skills in project and design programming. Experience in developing and implementing design management tools and procedures. Exceptional communication skills. Commercial awareness in project delivery. Knowledge or experience in construction. Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and InDesign.

About the job

Begin your journey with us and elevate your career.

As a Senior Design Manager, you will:

Oversee the Design Process

  • Lead design management initiatives both across the UK and internationally.
  • Manage AECOM's financial processes, including invoicing.
  • Review team deliverables before issuance to ensure quality and adherence to contractual obligations.

Supervise Sub-consultants

  • Develop a responsibility matrix to delineate sub-consultant duties for each project scope.
  • Draft and manage back-to-back contracts with sub-consultants to ensure comprehensive scope coverage.
  • Update sub-consultant contracts as necessary and prepare final documentation.
  • Create and revise cash flow projections.
  • Establish procedures for sub-consultant invoice submissions and oversee compliance.
  • Track and report on the status of all sub-consultant invoices, culminating in a monthly financial report.

Establish and Implement Design Management Procedures, including:

Roles and Responsibilities / Scope Delineation

  • Drafting design programs, monitoring progress, and reporting.
  • Managing deliverables and outputs.
  • Ensuring design quality standards are met.
  • Overseeing design budgets and managing changes.
  • Facilitating approvals.
  • Organizing project meetings and design workshops.
  • Coordinating design efforts across various teams.

Support the Management of the Design Management Team

  • Achieve AECOM Project Management accreditation, actively engaging in the management of design projects per AECOM's financial systems and processes.
  • Lead and/or support design management projects both in the UK and abroad as needed.
  • Mentor and develop junior members of the design management team through training, guidance, and performance reviews.
  • Review outputs from junior team members to ensure they meet quality and compliance standards.
  • Support the leadership of the Design Management team as required.

If you are driven by innovation and eager to bring bold ideas to life, AECOM invites you to join our team. We don’t just build infrastructure; we uplift communities and improve lives. Follow our AECOM LinkedIn page to stay informed about the impactful projects we are undertaking and witness the difference we are making in the industry!

About AECOM

Join Us in Changing the World. At AECOM, we are committed to creating a better world. Our work enhances lives, whether it's improving commutes, ensuring access to clean water, or transforming cityscapes. We are a leading global infrastructure consulting firm, collaborating with clients to tackle the world’s most complex challenges and establish legacies for future generations. There has never been a more exciting time to be part of AECOM. With an increase in global infrastructure investment, our services are in high demand. We encourage you to bring your innovative ideas and ambitious dreams and become a member of our global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals working on projects that deliver significant positive impacts worldwide. We are united by our shared purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

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