Design Manager – Residential DeveloperCentral Belt, Scotland |petitive Salary + Bonus + Flexible WorkingYour newpany
A well-established, privately owned residential developer with a strong presence across the Central Belt of Scotland, is seeking to appoint a Design Manager to support continued growth. With a high-quality portfolio spanning Mid-Market Rent, Social Housing and flatted/flat developments, this business is known for delivering thoughtful, design-led schemes that add real value tomunities.
Your new role
As Design Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating and managing the design process across multiple residential developments from pre-construction through to delivery. Working closely with internal teams, consultants and contractors, you will ensure that projects are well-designed,pliant and delivered efficiently.Key responsibilities will include:
1. Managing and coordinating external design consultants and stakeholders
2. Driving the design programme to meet project timelines
3. Reviewing technical drawings and ensuringpliance with regulations and standards
4. Supporting planning applications and technical approval processes
5. Liaising withmercial, construction and land teams to ensure design aligns with budgets and project objectives
6. Identifying and mitigating design-related risks
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a Design Management role or further develop their career within a supportive and growing business.
What you'll need to succeed
7. Background in architecture, engineering or technical/project management within residential development or construction
8. Experience working on housing, flat or mixed-tenure schemes (MMR, social housing desirable)
9. Strong understanding of the design and planning process
10. Excellentmunication and coordination skills
11. Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively
What you'll get in return
12. Highlypetitive salary reflective of experience
13. Attractive bonus structure
14. Flexible working arrangements within a supportive and collaborative environment
15. Opportunity to work on a varied and meaningful pipeline of residential projects
16. Clear career progression within a growing privately owned developer