AddressOur client is a dynamic and versatile Premier Engineering, Procurement & Construction company, operating across diverse sectors, with a notable presence in Chennai, India, Male', Maldives, and Port Louis, Mauritius. With a robust turnover of 350 crores, the company is committed to delivering excellence in infrastructure solutions.
Job Summary: The Design Head is responsible for leading and managing the internal design team in the organization. This role involves providing strategic direction, overseeing the design process, ensuring quality and compliance, and fostering collaboration with various stakeholders. This team will be involved comprehensively in design discussions and decisions during the tender stage and during the course of the project execution
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design Leadership:
- Provide strategic direction and vision for the design team.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of designers and engineers.
- Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and excellence in design.
2. Project Management:
- Oversee the design phases of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Establish project design schedules and ensure timely delivery of design deliverables.
- Monitor project budgets and resource allocation for design activities.
3. Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all design work meets high-quality standards and adheres to relevant codes and regulations.
- Implement quality control processes to minimize errors and discrepancies.
- Review and approve design documents and drawings.
4. Client Relations:
- Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding design-related matters.
- Understand client requirements and expectations, and ensure they are met.
- Address client concerns and provide regular project updates.
5. Collaboration and Coordination:
- Collaborate with other departments within organisation, such as procurement and construction, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Coordinate with various engineering disciplines to integrate designs effectively.
- Manage interactions with external stakeholders, including architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
6. Regulatory Compliance:
- Stay updated on local, state, and central regulations related to design and construction.
- Ensure that all designs comply with applicable codes and standards.
- Address regulatory issues and obtain necessary permits and approvals.
7. Budget and Cost Management:
- Participate in cost estimation and budgeting for design-related activities.
- Monitor project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost-effective design solutions.
8. Risk Management:
- Identify potential design-related risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with the project management team to ensure risk factors are addressed.
9. Documentation and Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and organized design documentation for record-keeping and future reference.
- Ensure that as-built drawings are updated to reflect the final construction.
