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Design Manager - Construction

Job Description

Client: General Contractor

Location: Berlin / Frankfurt

Position: Design Manager (CSA OR MEP background)

Project: Data Centre (CSA & MEP)

The Design Manager will oversee the delivery, coordination, and quality assurance of design outputs across complex construction projects. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and stakeholder management to ensure design excellence and alignment with client and project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design Manager

  • Management of design deliverables in accordance with construction requirements and Client’s requirements
  • Coordination of all design matters between the key project stakeholders – Client, specialist designers, sub-contractors and Project Team
  • Management of key milestone deliverables for completion in relation to quality of design, implementation and coordination of design changes including Quality Assurance in accordance with the design consultants’ contracted scope of services
  • Lead design meetings with clients, consultants, and sub-contractors
  • Communication and support for Project Team in terms of all necessary design information for construction
  • Co-lead BIM Coordination process with BIM team
  • Review and control of the construction drawings, shop drawings and technical submittals
  • Management of As-built design Package with Project Team
  • Quality control during construction via site visit
  • Report weekly/monthly design status

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or MEP Design Manager within construction or engineering projects

• Strong knowledge of design coordination, contractual obligations, and quality assurance processes

• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively

• Familiarity with BIM processes and digital design coordination

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Desirable: Experience in Data Centre projects, with understanding of critical systems and MEP integration

• Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, architecture, or construction management

What We’re Looking For