As a Design Manager, you will lead and coordinate the design process through all project stages, from pre-construction through delivery and handover. You'll work closely with internal project teams, consultants and designers to ensure that the most practical, buildable and commercially sound solutions are achieved.
Whether you're an experienced Design Manager or someone from an architectural design or technical background ready to step into a contractor-side role, this is an opportunity to develop in a company that values your skillset and invests in its people.
Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate the full design process across multiple projects
Act as the technical and design lead during pre-construction and construction phases
Collaborate with architects, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams
Review technical drawings for buildability, compliance and cost efficiency
Resolve design-related issues and manage change control
Ensure timely release of information to meet construction programmes
Work closely with commercial and delivery teams to align design with budget and programme
The ideal candidate will have a strong design and technical background and a desire to play a central role in project delivery.
Key requirements include:
Experience as a Design Manager in a main contractor or...
Background as an Architect, Architectural Technologist or technical designer seeking a move into contractor-side delivery
Good understanding of construction methods, detailing and D&B contracts
Strong coordination, communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple design packages and deadlines across complex projects
Confident working with AutoCAD, Revit, and standard BIM workflows (advantageous)
A proactive, delivery-focused attitude
This role offers the chance to join a growing and dynamic contractor with clear career progression and a technically engaging workload.
Company car or allowance
Paid expenses and travel
Work on nationally recognised industrial schemes
Supportive and technically minded leadership team
Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
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