Design Manager - Architecture & Civil (Thane)

Job Title: Design Manager - Architecture & Civil
Company Name: Currie & Brown
Location: Thane (Local candidates only)
Project: Premium High-Rise Building

Experience Required: Minimum 10 years in architecture and civil design management

Job Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Design Manager for our Architecture & Civil team to manage the design development process for a premium high-rise building project. The candidate will oversee coordination between various disciplines, manage client feedback, and ensure that construction aligns with approved designs and specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Development Phase:

1. Coordination with Disciplines:
• Task: Conduct multidisciplinary design reviews and ensure alignment across architecture, civil, and structural teams.
• Deliverable: Approved architectural plans integrated with structural constraints.
• Example: Ensure column placements in floor plans align with beam spans for both aesthetic and structural synergy.
2. Visualization and Client Feedback:
• Task: Create and present renders or 3D models using software such as Revit or Lumion to convey design intent.
• Deliverable: A walkthrough or animation for client approval.
• Example: Present a rendered animation of a lobby to secure client approval for finishes.

Pre-Construction Phase:

1. Material Mock-Up Approvals:
• Task: Inspect and approve mock-ups of materials like fa ade cladding or flooring finishes.
• Deliverable: Documented client approval of material samples.
• Example: Approve marble flooring after reviewing its polish, grain quality, and aesthetic appeal on-site.

Construction Phase:

1. Site Inspections for Compliance:
• Task: Conduct site inspections to ensure construction aligns with the approved GFC (Good for Construction) drawings.
• Deliverable: Detailed inspection reports identifying any deviations from the approved design.
• Example: Address discrepancies such as incorrect tiling patterns in bathrooms and ensure rectification before further work progresses.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in architecture and civil design management, ideally with experience in high-rise or premium building projects.
• Proficiency in software tools like Revit, Lumion, or similar for design visualization.
• Strong understanding of architectural and civil design coordination, client management, and quality assurance during construction.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Location: Candidates must be based in Thane or willing to relocate locally.

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