Design Manager

**WHO WE ARE**

Omicron, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexii Building Solutions Inc., is one of the largest integrated development, design and construction firms in Western Canada, providing solutions to clients in the Industrial, Institutional, Building Renewal, Commercial, Retail and Residential sectors.

Omicron was established in 1998 by people who believed real estate strategists, architects, interior designers, engineers and builders could work together to deliver a better experience throughout each step of a building project. In an industry driven by traditional market practices, we focus on innovation, service integration and technology to create efficiencies and savings.

We have been a winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies program since 2009, maintaining Platinum Club member status since 2015. This program recognizes companies that implement world class business practices and create value in innovative ways.

We have a distinctly entrepreneurial culture and are a tech-forward, innovative, sustainable and award-winning organization focused on success for clients and staff alike.

**WHAT YOU’LL DO**

As the Design Manager (DM) you will be responsible for the coordination, and performance of the design team in achieving the project’s overall objectives (design, technical and financial). You will plan, manage and co-ordinate the documentation required to describe and implement the project. You will also be responsible for maintaining project schedule and margin performance and for ensuring continuity of the design intent.
- Where appropriate assist with business development (Proposal qualification and writing, client meetings and presentations)cost, schedule and quality
- Develops an understanding of the client’s facility needs (functional, technical and aesthetic)
- Establish and maintain the primary client contact for the duration of the project
- Researches zoning, bylaw and code requirements and ensures their integration into design and working drawings
- Liaise with municipalities regarding permitting (Development and Building) and bylaw issues
- Has a thorough understanding of the industry-standard, contractual obligations and can successfully develop and deliver all project requirements (drawings, reports, specifications, etc) through Schematic Design, Design Development, Contract Documentation, Project Procurement and Construction Contract Administration and Closeout phases
- Contributes one’s own background and expertise to delivery successful projects
- Will lead and coordinate the technical requirements of all allied design professionals (engineers, landscape architects, interior designers, and other required technical specialists)
- When projects are on site, the DM will attend regular Client/Contractor meetings to assess progress and quality of the work and will prepare reports as required
- Reviews all supplementary instructions, contemplated change notices, change orders and certificates for payment
- When Omicron is acting as “Design-Builder”, the DM will support the Construction Manager to help ensure projects remain on track with respect to schedule and budget
- Performs QA/QC checks throughout all phases of the work
- Regularly monitors consulting fee budget against Job Opening Form and Monthly Control Reports
- Leads co-ordination meetings and assigns tasks to project team members
- Leads project team members in order to achieve project budget and schedule objectives
- Perform other duties as required

**WHO YOU ARE**

You are curious about the built environment and continuously seek better ways to complete your work. You are passionate about learning and bring a can-do attitude.

You are a team player who works well in a team setting, actively contributing to team activities - sharing experiences and new ideas.

You have a strong sense of ownership and hold all your work to a high self standard.

You are able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and unwavering attention to detail.

You are candid and comfortable when working with our internal teams and external partners. You are also receptive and adaptive to feedback and pushback when approaches or timelines change.

You share information openly and proactively; you are concise and articulate in your speech and writing.

You possess strong troubleshooting skills and an eye for detail; you connect the dots where others may not.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- 5 to 10 years experience in an integrated design (and preferably build) environment
- Has experience leading project teams and co-coordinating project requirements through all phases of project development
- Diploma, Bachelor or Masters Degree from an accredited school in North America
- Advanced understanding of the Building Codes applicable to projects in their respective jurisdictions
- Ability to work in REVIT and AutoCAD as well as the MS “Office” suite of tools
- Registered or pursuing registration with the AIBC
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