Design Manager
Location: Malvern
Salary: £60,000+ Car Allowance + Benefits
A leading regional main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team based in Malvern.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the Midlands and South West. The business delivers projects across education, healthcare, residential and leisure sectors, with project values ranging from £250k to £30m.
The Role
Managing design across multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover
Coordinating consultants, subcontractors, clients and internal project teams
Chairing design team meetings and driving design progress
Managing design programmes and information release schedules
Reviewing designs for buildability, compliance and value engineering opportunities
Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, planning requirements and CDM regulations
Supporting BIM processes and managing project documentation through the Common Data Environment
Working closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project delivery
Providing technical guidance and solutions throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements
Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry
Experience working for a main contractor preferred
Strong understanding of design management processes across pre-construction and delivery phases
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate design teams effectively
Knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM and construction methodologies
Construction-related qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar
Excellent communication and organisational skills
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and car allowance
Private healthcare and benefits package
Long-term career progression opportunities
Secure pipeline of projects across multiple sectors
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with an excellent reputation for staff development and retention
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking contractor, we would like to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Saunders-Waller at Thorn Baker Construction on (phone number removed)