Reference: VAC-359334_1777471254
Posted: April 29, 2026
Our key client, a regional main contractor, work across a number of schemes (residential/commercial/industrial/healthcare/educational) are seeking to appoint an Assistant Design Manager for schemes secured throughout the Yorkshire region.
Key responsibilities
* Team and process management: Lead and manage design teams and external consultants, chair design meetings, and oversee the entire design process from tender to completion.
* Project planning and delivery: Produce and manage design programs, information schedules, and risk registers.
* Quality and compliance: Ensure the design is compliant with all contract requirements, legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
* Risk and budget management: Identify and mitigate design and financial risks, manage the design budget, and control design changes.
* Coordination and communication: Liaise between clients, design consultants, and project staff to ensure all parties are aligned on design matters.
* Documentation and reporting: Prepare and validate design management plans and provide regular progress reports.
* Contract administration: Vet and appoint design team members, ensuring all terms and conditions are acceptable
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with various stakeholders.
* Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
* Commercial awareness and experience with contracts and bids.
* Familiarity with legislation, standards, and codes of practice relevant to the industry
For further information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan Hayes on 01142 130900.
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