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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Design Manager - Non Rail Systems
Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Design Manager to lead our non-rail systems design team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transportation systems design, with a focus on non-rail solutions such as bus rapid transit, autonomous vehicles, and other innovative transportation modes. As the Design Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire design process, from initial concept development to final implementation. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, and urban planners to ensure that our designs meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability. Your role will also involve liaising with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure that all design requirements are met and that projects are delivered on time and within budget. In addition to your technical expertise, you will need strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage your team and collaborate with other departments. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of urban transportation and to work on cutting-edge projects that have a real impact on people's lives.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead the design team in developing innovative non-rail transportation solutions.
- Oversee the entire design process from concept to implementation.
- Ensure designs meet quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and urban planners.
- Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
- Manage project timelines and budgets.
- Conduct design reviews and provide feedback.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Develop and implement design strategies and best practices.
- Mentor and train junior designers.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure project alignment.
- Prepare and present design proposals to clients and stakeholders.
- Conduct site visits and inspections as needed.
- Stay updated on industry trends and advancements.
- Resolve design-related issues and challenges.
- Ensure effective communication within the design team.
- Manage design documentation and records.
- Participate in project planning and scheduling.
- Evaluate and select design tools and software.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation systems design.
- Strong background in non-rail transportation solutions.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in design software and tools.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Experience with project management and budgeting.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience with client and stakeholder management.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Experience with sustainable design practices.
- Ability to conduct site visits and inspections.
- Strong presentation and proposal writing skills.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to travel as needed for project requirements.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with non-rail transportation systems design?
- How do you ensure that your designs meet quality and safety standards?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging design project you managed?
- How do you handle tight project deadlines and budgets?
- What strategies do you use to foster innovation within your team?
- How do you manage communication and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team?
- Can you describe a time when you had to resolve a design-related issue?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and advancements?
- What is your approach to client and stakeholder management?
- How do you ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations?
- Can you describe your experience with sustainable design practices?
- How do you handle feedback and criticism on your designs?
- What tools and software do you prefer for design projects?
- How do you mentor and train junior designers?
- Can you describe a successful design proposal you presented?
- How do you manage multiple projects simultaneously?
- What is your approach to project planning and scheduling?
- How do you ensure effective documentation and record-keeping?
- Can you describe a time when you had to adapt to changing project requirements?
- How do you handle site visits and inspections?