Project Design Manager

1 month ago


Adelaide, South Australia Ahrens Full time

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned project management professional to join Ahrens as a Project Design Manager. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the design phase of multiple projects from concept to hand-over, ensuring quality, design cost, safety, and time frame parameters are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

  • Effectively lead and manage the design phase of multiple projects from concept to hand-over.
  • Manage the initial project schedule from concept to the commencement of project delivery.
  • Ensure the progression from concept drawings to construction issue detail for all structural and mechanical elements of projects.
  • Assist the General Manager in estimating material costs and quantities, and equipment requirements.
  • Assist in procurement by engaging with Consultants, Subcontractors, Suppliers to procure the best materials and services for each project.
  • Review and analyze specifications, drawings, and related data to assess the designs, procedures, and instructions to be followed.
  • Create instructions and additional comments for the installation and construction of the design.
  • Liaise with Clients and/or their representatives and organize design progression meetings or other information to be received from or distributed to them as required.
  • Ensure all requisitions are planned and submitted in advance for long lead time procurement items so that timely delivery of supplies to the site is achieved.

Skills and Experience

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in project management, design management, or mechanical engineering in the Design & Construction industry.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining client and subcontractor relationships.
  • Excellent time management and prioritization skills to deliver timely client response.
  • Solid construction industry knowledge.
  • Formal qualification in Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
  • Construction Industry Workers (White Card) – to be obtained if not already held.
  • Sound technical experience in using CAD or other 3D design software.
  • Sound technical experience using Microsoft suite of products especially Excel.
  • Advanced ability to efficiently review, optimize, and manage design detail.

Why Work at Ahrens

We are committed to providing a positive and supportive team culture that values diversity and innovation. We strive to achieve satisfying outcomes and invest in our people and facilities to ensure our success.

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family's health & wellbeing.
  • Discounts to some of Australia's leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles, and more.
  • Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family.
  • Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice.
  • Family, social, and team-building events.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • Friday afternoon team bonding.

How to Apply

Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognizes the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promoting an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.


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