Design Manager
Design Manager responsible for overseeing design teams and managing the entire process from concept to construction, ensuring high‑quality design deliverables and compliance with industry standards.
Why join us?
* Exciting Projects – work on varied sector projects leaving a lasting legacy
* Career Growth – clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
* Collaborative Culture – team that values innovation, integrity and commitment to excellence
* Competitive Package – competitive salary and benefits, flexible and hybrid working options
What you will be doing
The Design Manager has a critical role within all aspects of construction, managing design teams and ensuring deliverables can be built accurately.
* Manage the design process using commercial, contractual, programme/time awareness and technical expertise.
* Review and assist in tender opportunities and value engineering.
* Engage with and manage external consultant and sub‑contractor design teams.
* Prepare, manage, monitor and report on the Design Information Release Schedule, Design Programme and Design Responsibility Matrix.
* Ensure the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice where appropriate.
* Develop and implement drawing and document control systems and protocols.
* Review and assist the Project Manager and Project Planner in developing the construction programme in conjunction with the design programme.
* Assist the Commercial Team in preparing and developing the procurement schedule.
* Lead and chair project design team meetings and design coordination workshops.
* Assess and review project design information for content, quality, health & safety, CDM and compliance with ERs.
* Assist the Project Manager and Project QS in reviewing scope of all variation and change control requests.
* Implement and manage the site RFI process and register.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, statutory authorities and stakeholders to build key project relationships.
* Manage client expectations and requirements, promote and manage client engagement within the project team.
* Provide support and advice to clients on their design obligations.
What We re Looking For
Qualifications
Relevant design/construction related qualification.
Experience
* Construction industry experience.
* Strong leadership skills.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* IT literate.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Good understanding of construction processes and all aspects of buildability.
Desirable
* Experience in the use of full MS Office suite.
* Experience in working with Document Control.
* Experience of Viewpoint or equivalent.
* Knowledge of BIM processes, procedures and software.
McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and will provide all reasonable adjustments.
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