Job Opportunity: Design Manager – Industrial Units | St Albans | £Competitive + Benefits
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Position: Design Manager
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum plus additional benefits
About the Role
My client are seeking an experienced and proactive Design Manager to lead the design process for industrial unit construction projects, from pre-construction through to delivery. Based in their St Albans office, you will play a pivotal role in shaping high-quality industrial and logistics spaces across the South East and beyond.
Working with a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and construction professionals, you'll be responsible for managing design development, coordinating technical drawings, and ensuring compliance with planning and building regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking company with a strong pipeline of industrial and logistics projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the full design process for industrial unit projects
* Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver coordinated design solutions
* Review and manage architectural and engineering drawings throughout project lifecycle
* Ensure design compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements
* Support planning applications and building control submissions
* Drive value engineering initiatives and design efficiency
* Oversee technical reviews and risk assessments
* Maintain project documentation and reporting
About You
* Proven experience as a Design Manager, ideally within the industrial or commercial construction sector
* Strong knowledge of industrial unit design, including warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing facilities
* Confident working with steel-frame buildings, cladding systems, and M&E coordination
* Excellent technical understanding of building regulations, planning, and CDM requirements
* Strong project management, communication, and coordination skills
* Proficient in reading and reviewing technical drawings (AutoCAD, Revit desirable)
* Degree-qualified in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar discipline
What you can expect in return?
* Salary - Up to £65,000 per annum
* Car/Travel allowance
* Annual Bonus
* 25 days annual leave
* A host of other benefits
* Join a reputable and growing company with a strong project pipeline
How to Apply
If you’re a motivated and technically skilled Design Manager with a passion for industrial building design, we want to hear from you. Please send us a CV and we will be in contact to discuss further.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design
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