We are looking for a seasoned and exceptionally skilled Senior Design Manager to become a valuable addition to our expanding Defence team. Why Icon? With a workforce of nearly 800 employees and with projects across Australia and New Zealand Icon is a large, diversified construction business, and supported by our parent company Kajima Corporation. With over 80 projects ranging in size from $500k to $800m and annual revenues in excess of $1.7b, we have the industry’s greatest breadth of sector capability delivering projects of any size, any scale, anywhere. We are one of the largest Defence Builders delivering projects across Australia At Icon, our people are our greatest asset. Without them, we would not be the successful business that we are today. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Design Manager to join our growing Defence construction team. As a Senior Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing all design activities across multiple projects, ensuring that all design deliverables are completed in accordance with project brief, and contract requirements. You will engage lead a team of designers and collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and Subcontractors to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Responsibilities: Manage and oversee all design activities across multiple construction projects Lead a team of designers and provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and Subcontractors to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery Review project briefs, specifications and contracts to identify design requirements and constraints Develop and maintain project design schedules and budgets Manage the design process, including design development, design review, and design approval Monitor design progress and update senior management on key milestones and potential issues Identify and resolve design-related issues and escalate issues to senior management as needed Ensure that project design records and documents are accurate and up-to-date Ensure a traceable record is maintained of all key design decisions including justification and approvals. Manage the process of milestone design reviews including ensuring that client sign-off is achieved and recorded at appropriate stages. Ensure that design change control processes are produced and effective. Provide regular updates to senior management on project design status, including potential risks and opportunities Report monthly on design performance including progress against quality, completion and design budget objectives. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or a related field 10 years of experience in design management in the construction industry Experience working on largescale construction project from $50m upwards Project sector experience within Defence, Health or complex technical services is essential Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of construction project management tools and software Understanding of construction contracts and regulatory requirements Familiarity with building codes and standards Benefits and perks: Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Market competitive Salary and excellent working environment Excellent Leave Polices that include purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days and generous Parental Leave scheme Collaborative and values-based workplace culture Sporting and Social events Professional Memberships Discounts on Travel, Retail and Health How to apply Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter online outlining your interest, motivation and what you would bring to this role by way of background. Or contact Emily Smith (Recruitment Consultant) via icon.recruitmenticon.co letter for consideration. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes