The Opportunity Join the major projects division of a leading national main contractor, renowned for delivering large-scale residential developments including student accommodation and Build-to-Rent (BTR) schemes.
Working on a flagship project in Leeds city centre, we are expanding our team and seeking a Design Manager to take ownership of the project through site delivery.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping landmark developments while advancing your career with a contractor that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
The Role As Design Manager, you will:
1. Work on the design management process through delivery
2. Manage the flow of design information, conduct design-gap reviews, and drive value engineering proposals
3. Collaborate with project teams, clients, designers, and subcontractors to achieve optimal design solutions
4. Ensure regional resources are aligned to project requirements
5. Deliver designs and sequences that prioritise safety while maximising profit opportunities
6. Oversee consultant appointments, scopes of service, and responsibility matrices
7. Chair and attend design team meetings, ensuring timely release of quality information in line with contractual obligations
8. Produce technical information for pre-qualification presentations
9. Coach and train on-site management ...