Design Manager – Cornwall
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance
Hybrid Working Available | Commercial Design & Build Experience Required
Are you an experienced Design Manager ready to take the lead on high-profile commercial Design & Build projects? Our client, a respected contractor operating across Cornwall, is seeking a driven and knowledgeable professional to oversee and coordinate the full design process from tender through to handover.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where collaboration, quality, and technical excellence are at the heart of every project.
Key Responsibilities
As Design Manager, you will:
1. Manage the full design process from tender stage to project handover, ensuring timely and accurate information release.
2. Coordinate external consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop compliant, buildable design solutions.
3. Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for accuracy, compliance, and potential risks.
4. Lead regular design meetings, track actions, and manage the design programme.
5. Identify design risks, propose practical solutions, and ensure all CDM responsibilities are met.
About You
You will need:
6. Proven experience as a Design Manager within a commercial Design & Build environment.
7. Strong coordination and communication skills.
8. Solid technical understanding across key disciplines (architecture, MEP, civils, structural).
9. Excellent ability to review and challenge design information.
10. A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
What’s on Offer
11. £65,000 – £70,000 salary
12. Car allowance
13. Hybrid working options
14. Opportunity to work on major commercial projects in Cornwall
15. Join a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high-quality results
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.