Design Manager / Senior Design Manager Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 Package A well-regarded construction company specialising in large-scale residential and student accommodation schemes is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager. With projects ranging up to £80 million, this is a key role in managing the design process from pre-construction through to delivery. About the Role: As Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for coordinating the design elements of multiple live and pre-construction projects. You’ll ensure that all design information is delivered on time, aligns with project requirements, and supports cost-effective, buildable solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the design process from tender through to completion Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders Ensure designs are compliant with planning, building regs, and client specifications Identify risks, design clashes, and potential programme impacts early Support value engineering and contribute to build-ability reviews Work closely with project, commercial, and planning teams to align design and delivery Requirements: Proven experience as a Design Manager in main contracting, ideally on residential or student accommodation projects Background in managing design on complex, multi-million-pound developments Good technical knowledge of construction methods, regulations, and industry standards Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Able to manage multiple design packages and deadlines simultaneously What’s on Offer: Salary in the region of £65,000 – £75,000 Competitive package including pension, bonus, and benefits Flexible hybrid working, with Manchester as the base