Company: Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group
About The Company
Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company.
Over the last five years, the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group prides itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can-do spirit.
Position Summary
The Design Team Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the design activities of the organization. This individual will lead a team of talented designers and architects, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality architectural designs (RIBA stages 0-3) and 3D visual services. The Design Team Manager will also provide commercial support and oversee all design standards that are/or will become outputs of the design department.
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Important Information
Location: Wernick Buildings & Construction - Kenfig, Unit 3A, Kenfig Industrial Estate,, Port Talbot, Wales, Glamorgan, SA13 2PE
Date Posted: 22nd August 2025
Closing Date: 12th September 2025
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience
About The Role
Key Responsibilities:
* Workload Management: Efficiently manage the workload of the design team to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery. Assess and allocate projects to designers based on their expertise and workload capacity. Develop and maintain trackers to monitor project progress, including drawing approval status, compliance with building regulations, and key project milestones;
* Design Coordination: Coordinate and manage the design process from concept to completion, ensuring all design deliverables are met within agreed timelines and budgetary constraints;
* Architecture Design: Lead the development of architectural designs. Check and approve all drawings and documents prior to issue ensuring they meet client expectations, comply with building regulations, and align with the organization's design standards;
* Planning applications: Plan, manage and monitor the submission and progress of planning applications, including any necessary Inhouse works, revisions, conditions and resubmissions. Collaborate with the whole design team to ensure that all necessary documents and information are prepared and submitted correctly for planning approval.
* Team Leadership: Provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to the design team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and provide constructive feedback to team members;
* Commercial Support: Collaborate with the commercial team to support business development activities, including proposal development, project scoping, and client presentations. Actively contribute to work winning by ensuring the designs are developed within budgetary constraints and promote cost efficiency;
* Building Information Modelling (BIM): Implement and oversee the use of BIM software and processes within the design team. Facilitate collaboration and coordination between design disciplines using BIM technologies, improving project efficiency and reducing errors;
* BREEAM/DREEAM Implementation: Ensure adherence to BREEAM/DREEAM standards throughout the design process, promoting sustainable design practices, and maximizing environmental performance in projects;
* Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants, to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the design process;
* Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality control procedures to ensure all design outputs meet the organization's standards and comply with relevant regulations and codes;
* Information Management: Manage and oversee design related design-related information. This includes developing and monitoring project related information management tools and processes, technical libraries, and department management;
* Site attendance: Attend internal and external meetings to support the delivery of projects in line with budget and programme requirements.
* Hours of Working: Work outside normal working hours of business if required to meet agreed deadlines.
Essential Requirements
* Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field;
* Proven experience in managing design teams and delivering architectural projects;
* Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, RIBA Plan of Work, building regulations and construction practices;
* Proficiency in BIM software, processes and related technologies;
* Familiarity with BREEAM standards, processes and sustainability best practices;
* Excellent leadership and team management skills;
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
* Excellent presenting skills;
* Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines;
* Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy;
* Commercial awareness and understanding of project budgets and financial implications;
Authorities
* Decision-making: The Design Team Manager has the authority to make decisions regarding design strategies, project timelines, and resource allocation within their team. They are accountable for Design Team project delivery within established brief and deadlines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client requirements.
* Team Leadership: The Design Team Manager has the authority to provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to the design team. They have the authority to set objectives, assign tasks, and evaluate performance. They are accountable for monitoring and reporting on team performance based on efficiency and effectiveness;
* Design Standards: The Design Team Manager has the authority to establish and enforce design standards and best practices within the team. They are accountable for ensuring compliance with building regulations, industry standards, and organizational guidelines, promoting quality and consistency in design outputs;
* Budgetary Control: The Design Team Manager has the authority to collaborate with the commercial team to review project budgets and ensure that designs are feasible within the allocated resources. They are accountable for cost-effective design solutions and resource allocation to optimize project outcomes;
* Collaboration and Coordination: The Design Team Manager has the authority to collaborate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants. They have the authority to facilitate collaborative design reviews. They are accountable for design coordination and resolving conflicts or issues that may arise during the project;
* Quality Assurance: The Design Team Manager has the authority to establish and maintain quality control procedures. They have the authority to implement corrective and preventive actions to enhance design quality and mitigate risks. They are accountable for ensuring all design outputs meet the organization's standards and comply with relevant regulations and codes;
* Training and Development: The Design Team Manager has the authority to identify training and development needs within the team and recommend appropriate programs or resources to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members. They have the authority to promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the design team.
What You Will Get In Return
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
* Option to buy extra holidays
* Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
* Christmas Shutdown
* Early finish Friday
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group pension
* Annual Salary review – takes place each January
* Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
* Personal Accident Insurance
* Free onsite parking
* Employee assistance programme
* Training and progression opportunities
* Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
* Open door policy
* Employee Referral scheme
* Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)
* Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
* Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.
Important Notice To Recruitment Agencies
Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
What you will need
Required criteria
* Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field
* Proven experience in managing design teams and delivering architectural projects
* Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, RIBA Plan of Work, building regulations and construction practices
* Proficiency in BIM software, processes and related technologies
* Familiarity with BREEAM standards, processes and sustainability best practices
* Excellent leadership and team management skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent presenting skills
* Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
* Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy
* Commercial awareness and understanding of project budgets and financial implications
Desired criteria
* Professionally qualified
* From a similar background
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