Permanent - Full Time (37.5 hours per week) We are
seeking
a driven and enthusiastic individual to join our expanding regional team as a Design Manager, based in Norwich with regular travel to Harleston. This role requires a candidate with a solid technical background and a proactive mindset toward project delivery. Experience in delivering extra-care facility or Commercial construction projects is essential for success in this position. Reporting to the Regional Technical Director you will
be responsible for
ensuring the
timely
progression of schemes through all pre-construction stages, contract milestones, site start and beyond. You will
be responsible for
scoping, appointing, coordinating, and managing the consultant teams. This includes setting up and chairing meetings to ensure programme requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
Youll
drive progress through the
early stages
of any planning, legal,
statutory
and financial processes while actively managing risk and
maintaining
the financial viability of each scheme. The role requires regular internal and external reporting on all stages of development, progress against programme milestones, and management of development expenses. You will present updates to the executive team, stakeholders, and board as
required
. You will have an in-depth understanding of contracts and contract documentation, construction methods, and procurement strategies. A solid grasp of planning techniques, environmental legislation, and construction materials is essential, as is a working knowledge of design principles and health & safety compliance. To succeed in this role,
youll
need strong negotiation skills and experience managing external consultants and internal stakeholders across multiple disciplines. Familiarity with modern management systems and the ability to drive progress against key programme milestones is
a must
. Youll
also be confident using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or ASTA, to effectively manage timelines, reporting, and documentation. Benefits Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs
Holidays - 26 days
Life Assurance
Pension
Private medical insurance
Ability to
purchase
additional
holiday
Access to discount portal
Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV (car salary sacrifice)
Digital GP
Employee
assistance
programme
Sharesave scheme
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UKs leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths,
skills
and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell
a great place
to work for all.
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