Design manager

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1381

Location: Norfolk

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c.£65k-£70k basic + excellent benefits package

Benefits

• Car Allowance including option for salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Market‑leading holiday allowance
• Performance bonus
• Pension
• Employee rewards including days out, trips, and vouchers

Company & Project

Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a privately owned Main Contractor who turnover close to £50 million and operate across the Commercial, Mixed‑Use, Residential and Education sectors across Norfolk. They are currently growing their Design team with a new Design Manager to work on projects up to c.£20m in single value.

The business has demonstrated sustained and strategic growth over the past 10 years, positioning itself as an employer of choice with a rewarding culture and a strong track record of investing in employees' personal and professional development.

The large majority of their projects are secured from local frameworks and are largely Design and Build contracts.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages, and monitor on-site design coordination across one or two projects. A process‑driven individual with practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail is essential for this role.

Desirable Experience

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Ability to work on projects as a Lead Design Manager.
• Minimum of 5-7 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.
• It would be advantageous for the candidate to have knowledge of one or more of the following: Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, and NHBC warranty requirements.

Previous Roles

• Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Co‑ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

• HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.