Design Manager

Groningen, Netherlands

Position: Design Manager

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life‑changing advancements that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in developing Design Delivery Schedule along with client, Project Manager, Design team and consultants.

Develop comprehensive scope‑of‑work and contract document deliverables list for each related discipline.

Negotiate scope‑of‑work, deliverables and price with consulting firms.

Procure the design from a consultant design partner from initial tender enquiry to appointment.

Assist Project Manager in incorporating onto a tracking sheet all internal and external design and cost issues.

Manage distribution and production of project workload within the project team and design consultant team.

Collaborate on new design issues/changes and research projects with team.

Review completed design for accuracy and precision.

Manage design document control.

Project prioritization of design, assignment and management to designers.

Lead with effective supervision an experienced design team to ensure delivery on schedule.

Closely track design deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.

Implement recovery strategy if slippage is detected.

Participate in departmental strategic planning.

Assist technically internal and external customers.

Planning, programming and reporting.

Participate in design meetings and provide continual input to optimize design and minimize futile work.

Liaise with clients, insurance companies, consultants and architects.

Essential Criteria

Excellent computer skills.

Attention to detail.

Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

Pride in the quality and presentation of work.

Excellent communication skills.

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.

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