Overview
Design Manager | Residential Developer | Richmond | Dec 2025
A growing developer based in Richmond is looking for an experienced Design Manager to support both live residential-led schemes and upcoming tender packages across London and the Home Counties.
You'll play a key role in strengthening the pre-construction and design coordination function, working closely with senior leadership to bring clarity, structure and technical control to a high-quality development pipeline.
This is a pivotal hire for the business ideal for someone confident working independently, coordinating consultants and sub-trade teams, and making an immediate impact.
Responsibilities
* Provide design management support across live projects and early-stage tenders
* Coordinate consultants, supply chain, site teams and project stakeholders to meet programme, quality and technical delivery targets
* Review drawings / specifications for buildability, risks and value engineering opportunities
* Lead design meetings, RFIs, approvals and document control through pre-construction and handover stages
* Work alongside estimating, commercial and delivery teams to align design intent with procurement and construction strategy
What they\'re looking for
* 5+ years\' experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor or developer
* Strong understanding of contractor-side design coordination, technical reviews and pre-construction processes
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