Design Manager

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Design Manager

Position Type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Saskatoon, Canada.

C o m p a n y S u m m a r y

Big Block is the most efficient way to build housing supply in the Prairie Provinces. As a development partner for community-minded organizations, we are advancing the way multi-unit and mixed-use housing options are built in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia. Our streamlined process for shovel readiness, integrated design, and advanced construction expands capacity and unlocks opportunities to build turn-key residential buildings in half the time, with no risk, and no change orders.

With each project, we help leaders of community-minded organizations build internal capacity and share powerful stories around responsible housing development, so they can efficiently and effectively stabilize and uplift the lives of underserved individuals through adequate, affordable, accessible, suitable, and appropriate housing. We share our expertise from concept to completion – ensuring developments embody sustainability for generations to come.

We are looking for an exceptional Design Manager who will lead the design team as we seek to build communities at full throttle. The Design Manager plays a fundamental role in leading and overseeing all design activities required for construction.

O v e r v i e w

You’re a good fit if…

• You have strong leadership skills - You are organized and methodical, with solid experience in managing teams. You have an architectural or engineering background with relevant experience working on residential or mixed-use construction projects. You are driven to find solutions through creativity and tenacity.
• You believe in the art of building community– You excel at building strong long-term relationships and maintaining rapport with a confident and engaging personality. You’re an active listener, curious, honest, patient, and empathetic.
• You have a passion for excellence – You’re a self-starter; you take initiative; you take pride in your work. You have great attention to detail, accurate numeracy and estimating skills, and apply an analytical approach to challenging situations.

O u r C u l t u r e

• EXCELLENCE - We challenge the status quo.
• HONESTY - We provide trust through transparency.
• TENACITY - We follow through and we never give up.
• FUN - We work hard and play hard.
• INNOVATION - We are courageous through creativity.
• COLLABORATION - We leverage shared knowledge.

R e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s

• Manage and oversee internal design staff and external design teams or consultants.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure that their expectations are understood and exceeded.
• Maintain thorough documentation of the design process.
• Remain up-to-date with changing building legislation and codes of practice relating to design.
• Manage permit submissions whether they are completed by external consultants or led internally.
• Manage municipal permit approvals (correction letters).
• Lead the tendering and selection of design consultants.
• Approve and manage the sign off of utility designs and quotes.

Q u a l i f i c a t i o n s , E d u c a t i o n a n d E x p e r i e n c e

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or technology program with a focus on building science, architectural, or civil/structural engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years working either as an architect or engineer or relative experience with a focus on projects related to building sciences.
• Leadership and management abilities to develop, motivate, provide direction, and hold team accountable to achieve desired outcomes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong technical understanding of building construction is required, including methods, materials, and systems used.
• Exceptional attention to detail, specifically in accuracy of calculations and completeness of data collection and notation.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

C o m p e n s a t i o n

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

D i v e r s i t y and I n c l u s i o n

Big Block Construction values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, diversity means recognizing, appreciating, and honoring individual differences. We are all stronger when creating opportunities and environments that leverage each person’s abilities, interests, and skills.

H o w t o A p p l y

Please send your cover letter and resume to careers@bigblockconstruction.ca.

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Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saskatoon, SK S7L 6M8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• design: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-10-06