Based in Birmingham head office, with overall responsibility for the management and success of a busy department.

Key Tasks

The Design Manager is responsible for fulfilling the activities assigned in the appropriate process, including:

• Maintaining effective and long term relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors.
• Implementing and maintaining GCC Strategy and Policies for Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, Training and Development etc. and acting as an exemplar of the GCC culture and values.
• Ensuring the Design team comply with the Companies Business management System.
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems.
• Reviewing methods of working, alternative materials etc in order to maximise commercial profitability.
• Managing, supporting, mentoring and counselling members of the Design team in their personal development.
• Undertaking annual assessments for staff directly reporting to the role.
• Seeking and developing ongoing continuous improvement.
• Providing aftercare services to the customer.
• Maintaining and providing accurate reports
• Any other duties relevant to the role

Skills

• High level of leadership and management skills
• Technical experience and knowledge
• Commercial and financial ability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications, Training and Experience

	Degree or equivalent in appropriate subject. Professional qualification. Experience in a similar role.

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