Senior Manager

Senior Manager

Job Title

Senior Manager

Job Description Summary

The Design Manager will lead and manage the end-to-end design process for commercial workplace fit-out projects, from client brief and concept development through tender/GFC documentation, construction support and handover. The role is accountable for coordinated, compliant, buildable and cost-aligned design outcomes while protecting design intent, programme, quality and client requirements.

Job Description

About the Role:

•  Lead client brief development, workplace requirements, test fits, space planning, design criteria and formal design sign-offs.

•  Prepare and manage the design programme, deliverables matrix, drawing tracker, decision log, RFI register and approval schedule.

•  Coordinate architecture, interiors, MEP, AV/IT, security, acoustics, lighting, signage, sustainability and specialist consultants.

•  Chair design workshops and technical reviews with clients, landlords, PM/QS teams, contractors, vendors and consultants.

•  Review concepts, layouts, material palettes, specifications, BOQ inputs, tender/GFC packages, shop drawings, samples and mock-ups.

•  Ensure all tender and construction information is coordinated, buildable, clash-free and issued under disciplined document control.

•  Drive value engineering and option analysis while maintaining functionality, user experience, compliance and approved design intent.

•  Manage design risks, interfaces, long-lead selections and changes; evaluate cost/programme impact and escalate decisions promptly.

•  Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, accessibility, fire and life safety, sustainability and landlord requirements.

•  Provide construction-stage design support, close technical queries, review deviations, conduct quality inspections and manage as-built/handover records.

•  Bachelor’s degree in architecture or interior design; professional registration or membership is preferred.

•  Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in commercial office fit-out design, including leadership of large or complex projects.

•  Proven experience across concept, design development, tender/GFC documentation, procurement support, site delivery and handover.

•  Strong knowledge of materials, specifications, detailing, constructability, statutory codes and multidisciplinary coordination.

•  Design leadership and stakeholder management.

•  Technical review, quality assurance and design governance.

•  Planning, prioritisation, decision-making and risk management.

•  Clear presentation, workshop facilitation, negotiation and problem-solving.

•  Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office; working knowledge of Revit/BIM and collaboration platforms.

 

 

 

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

Experience Level

Senior Level