Design Manager
– £65,000 to £80,000 + Benefits
Wembley, London
(Site & Office Based)
We're representing a growing Design & Build contractor with a strong reputation for delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use projects across London, typically valued between £20m and £100m. With continued growth, they are now seeking a proactive and technically strong Design Manager to join the team.
This isn't a "postbox" design coordination role. The business wants someone who takes ownership, drives the design process, and brings technical insight from concept to completion – bridging the gap between design and construction.
The Role
· Lead the design process across major residential & mixed-use schemes.
· Run Design Team Meetings, progress reviews, and look-ahead activities.
· Coordinate subcontractor packages and regulatory approvals, ensuring timely and compliant delivery.
· Develop design strategies with consultants (fire, access/maintenance, energy, buildability, risk).
· Maintain compliance trackers for planning conditions, GLA, building control, and warranty requirements.
· Balance time between site and office, working closely with contracts managers, project managers, and QS teams.
· Act as the primary design contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
What They're Looking For
· A holistic and proactive Design Manager, not just a coordinator.
· Background in architecture or structural engineering is highly desirable.
· Strong technical understanding, with the confidence to challenge consultants and drive buildability.
· Previous experience with main contractors or D&B firms on complex, multi-storey projects.
· Leadership skills to run meetings, manage consultants, and support project delivery teams.
Salary & Package
· £65,000 – £80,000 per annum (depending on experience & qualifications).
Ready to step into a Design Manager role where you'll shape projects from start to finish? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.