Design Manager, Stockton-on-Tees

We are looking to recruit on behalf of our client a Design Manager to join their existing team on a permanent basis. Roles & Responsibilities * Work with the Technical Director to allocate, plan and implement design projects to program and budget. * Oversee internal design team on a daily basis, reporting directly to the Technical Director. * Assist in monitoring and checking work produced by sub-contractor designers. * Assist Technical Director in the training of junior staff members along with suggesting and allocating suitable training for more senior design team members. * Monitor design progress on a weekly basis, reporting progress back to the directors as required. * Ensure design quality is maintained and the designs produces are both economical and functional for implementation on site. * Produce AutoCAD detail drawings for approval and working drawings for production purposes as part of the functioning design team. * Offer input, suggestions and guidance to the design / site team to solve problems both at design and installation stage. * Attend design meetings nationally when and where required. * Be pro-active and adhere to deadlines Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Experience * Knowledgeable of Cladding, Roofing and Curtain Walling systems. 7 years+ minimum experience. * In depth knowledge of at least two elements of façade design required with extensive product knowledge within those fields. * Computer literate ? must have a sound knowledge of AutoCad, Excel, Word, Outlook. * System software training / experience beneficial but not essential. * 7 years? + experience in an external envelope field with at least 2 years in a management capacity. * Minimum higher education ? HNC / BA Degree (industry experience will be considered)