Involve Recruitment are working with a well-established regional contractor delivering a mix of commercial and residential projects across Cardiff and South Wales. With a healthy pipeline of work, they’re now looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to support projects from pre-construction through to delivery on site.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing the design process from tender through to completion
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Coordinating consultants, architects and engineers
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Reviewing and managing design information, drawings and specifications
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Ensuring designs are cost-effective, compliant and buildable
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Supporting the construction teams with technical queries and design changes
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Managing RFIs, design risk, value engineering and change control
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Working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams and site teams
About You
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Previous experience as a Design Manager or Design Coordinator with a contractor or developer
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Background in commercial and/or residential construction
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Strong understanding of the construction process and design interfaces
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Confident managing external consultants and internal stakeholders
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Organised, proactive and comfortable working across multiple projects
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Relevant construction or design qualification (preferred)
What’s on Offer
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Opportunity to join a stable, growing contractor with a strong regional reputation
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Competitive salary with car or allowance, pension and benefits
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Supportive, collaborative working environment
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Long-term role with progression as the business continues to grow