Position: Design Manager
Location: Hybrid (1‑2 days per week in Buckinghamshire and London‑based project offices, with the remaining time working from home)
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE (potentially higher for an exceptional candidate)
Open to permanent or contract engagement
Salary & Benefits
* £70,000 - £90,000 DOE (potentially higher for an exceptional candidate)
* Open to permanent or contract employment, with day rate discussions available
* Hybrid working with excellent flexibility and autonomy
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
* Performance‑related bonus scheme
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious business
* Exposure to high‑profile projects across multiple construction sectors
Design Manager Position Overview
* Manage the full design process across drylining, partitioning, ceiling and interior systems packages from pre‑construction through to project completion
* Develop and maintain design programmes, BIM deliverables, information release schedules and project trackers
* Coordinate consultants, architects, main contractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure design information is compliant, buildable and delivered on programme
* Lead design workshops, BIM coordination meetings, technical reviews and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle
* Support estimating and commercial teams during tender and pre‑construction phases, identifying risks and value engineering opportunities
* Ensure all fire performance requirements, certifications, technical submissions, as‑built information and project documentation are managed effectively
* Provide technical guidance and buildability solutions to operational and site teams throughout project delivery
* Drive programme performance and resolve technical challenges to ensure successful project outcomes
Design Manager Position Requirements
* Proven experience as a Design Manager within drylining, interiors, partitions, ceilings or specialist subcontracting
* Strong technical understanding of drywall systems, interior systems, fire stopping interfaces, partitions and ceiling solutions
* Experience managing BIM coordination, design programmes and multidisciplinary design processes
* Strong understanding of construction sequencing, buildability, project delivery and technical compliance requirements
* Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills
* Commercial awareness with the ability to balance programme, design quality and budget considerations
* Experience using platforms such as AutoCAD, Revit, SharePoint, ACC Docs or similar design management software would be advantageous
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend project and office locations as required
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