Renaatus Projects Private Limited
Location
Chennai | India
Job description
Job Summary:
The Design Head is responsible for leading and managing the internal design team in Renaatus. This role involves providing strategic direction, overseeing the design process, ensuring quality and compliance, and fostering collaboration with various stakeholders. This team will be involved comprehensively in design discussions and decisions during the tender stage and during the course of the project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design Leadership:
- Provide strategic direction and vision for the design team.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of designers and engineers.
- Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and excellence in design.
2. Project Management:
- Oversee the design phases of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Establish project design schedules and ensure timely delivery of design deliverables.
- Monitor project budgets and resource allocation for design activities.
3. Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all design work meets high-quality standards and adheres to relevant codes and regulations.
- Implement quality control processes to minimize errors and discrepancies.
- Review and approve design documents and drawings.
4. Client Relations:
- Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding design-related matters.
- Understand client requirements and expectations, and ensure they are met.
- Address client concerns and provide regular project updates.
5. Collaboration and Coordination:
- Collaborate with other departments within Renaatus, such as procurement and construction, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Coordinate with various engineering disciplines to integrate designs effectively.
- Manage interactions with external stakeholders, including architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
6. Regulatory Compliance:
- Stay updated on local, state, and central regulations related to design and construction.
- Ensure that all designs comply with applicable codes and standards.
- Address regulatory issues and obtain necessary permits and approvals.
7. Budget and Cost Management:
- Participate in cost estimation and budgeting for design-related activities.
- Monitor project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost-effective design solutions.
8. Risk Management:
- Identify potential design-related risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with the project management team to ensure risk factors are addressed.
9. Documentation and Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and organized design documentation for record-keeping and future reference.
- Ensure that as-built drawings are updated to reflect the final construction.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering.
- Professional engineering license or certification preferred.
- 15 years of experience in design and engineering roles, with 5 years in a leadership or management position.
- Strong knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and regulations.
- Excellent project management and communication skills.
- Proficiency in relevant design software and tools.
· AutoCAD: Widely used for 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting. It is essential for creating detailed design drawings.
· Revit: Building Information Modeling (BIM) software used for architectural design, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) engineering, and structural engineering. It allows for collaborative design and comprehensive project documentation.
· SketchUp: A 3D modeling software widely used for architectural design, interior design, and landscape architecture. It is known for its user-friendly interface and quick conceptual modeling capabilities.
· Navisworks: A project review software for 3D coordination, analysis, and simulation. It helps in detecting clashes and conflicts in building design and construction.
· Primavera P6: Project management software commonly used in the construction industry for scheduling, resource management, and project control.
· ETABS (Extended Three-Dimensional Analysis of Building Systems): Structural analysis and design software widely used for building structures.
· STAAD Pro: Structural analysis and design software used for various structures, including buildings, bridges, and towers.
· Dynamo: A visual programming tool for building design that works with Revit, enabling users to automate tasks and create parametric designs.
· AutoCAD Civil 3D: Specifically designed for civil engineering design and documentation, including road design, land development, and more.
Additional Requirements:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
- Ability to make critical decisions and solve complex design challenges.
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