Design Manager
Location: Malvern
Salary: £60,000+ Car Allowance + Benefits
A leading regional main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team based in Malvern.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the Midlands and South West. The business delivers projects across education, healthcare, residential and leisure sectors, with project values ranging from £250k to £30m.
The Role
* Managing design across multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover
* Coordinating consultants, subcontractors, clients and internal project teams
* Chairing design team meetings and driving design progress
* Managing design programmes and information release schedules
* Reviewing designs for buildability, compliance and value engineering opportunities
* Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, planning requirements and CDM regulations
* Supporting BIM processes and managing project documentation through the Common Data Environment
* Working closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project delivery
* Providing technical guidance and solutions throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry
* Experience working for a main contractor preferred
* Strong understanding of design management processes across pre-construction and delivery phases
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate design teams effectively
* Knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM and construction methodologies
* Construction-related qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and car allowance
* Private healthcare and benefits package
* Long-term career progression opportunities
* Secure pipeline of projects across multiple sectors
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with an excellent reputation for staff development and retention
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking contractor, we would like to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Saunders-Waller at Thorn Baker Construction on 07866013641