Design & Technical Manager (Healthcare Construction Project)

Design & Technical Manager (Healthcare Construction Project)

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April 12, 2026May 27, 2026Nigeria
Job Description
Job Overview:
The Design and Technical Manager will lead all detailed design coordination, technical governance, and engineering integration across the project lifecycle, from design through construction and commissioning, and as-built delivery for a landmark international standard hospital project.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Design Leadership and Strategy: Lead and manage the full design lifecycle from concept development through detailed design and construction documentation; Establish and implement design management strategies, standards, and workflow; Drive design excellence, innovation, and functionality while ensuring alignment with project objective; Champion value engineering initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and buildability. 2. Technical Oversight and Governance: Provide expert technical leadership across all design disciplines (architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist systems); Review, validate, and approve all design deliverables to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standard; Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, codes, and best practice; Identify technical risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. 3. Design Coordination and Stakeholder Management: Lead coordination of multidisciplinary consultants, ensuring integration and consistency across all design packages; Act as the primary interface between consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholder; Facilitate design coordination meetings and drive resolution of design clashes and technical issue; Ensure clear communication of design intent to construction teams. 4. Project Integration and Delivery: Align design outputs with construction methodologies, sequencing, and project schedules; Work closely with project management and site teams to ensure smooth transition from design to execution; Support procurement activities, including technical evaluations of contractor bids and vendor submissions; Monitor design progress against timelines and ensure timely delivery of all milestones. 5. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Establish and enforce design quality standards and review processes; Ensure all technical documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready; Oversee change management processes related to design modifications; Maintain strict control over design documentation, revisions, and approvals. 6. Reporting and Leadership: Provide regular updates to senior management on design progress, risks, and key decisions; Lead, mentor, and develop internal technical and design coordination teams; Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative work environment.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred); Minimum of 15 years’ relevant experience, with a strong track record in design and technical management; Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex projects (construction, infrastructure, or healthcare projects highly preferred); Strong knowledge of design coordination, construction processes, and project delivery lifecycle; Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external consultants; Proficiency in industry tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and project management software; Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, codes, and compliance requirements.

Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred)

Experience:
Minimum of 15 years’ relevant experience, with a strong track record in design and technical management; Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex projects (construction, infrastructure, or healthcare projects highly preferred)

Languages:
N/A

Additional Notes:
Strong knowledge of design coordination, construction processes, and project delivery lifecycle; Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external consultants; Proficiency in industry tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and project management software; Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, codes, and compliance requirements.

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