Design Manager

Design Manager – Offsite Construction
Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 + Benefits
Location: UK Wide (with regular travel to the Midlands and Sites)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

We are working with a growing contractor delivering innovative offsite construction projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to support the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion.

This role would suit someone with experience in offsite construction, whether that be Timber Frame, Modular, Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF), or a similar modern methods of construction environment. The position offers flexibility on location, with travel to projects and the Midlands office as required.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through project delivery
Coordinate design consultants, specialist subcontractors, manufacturers, and internal project teams
Manage planning conditions, technical approvals, and statutory requirements
Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and support design risk management throughout the project lifecycle
Review design information for buildability, programme, cost, and risk
Coordinate design information between clients, consultants, manufacturing teams, and site teams
Maintain and manage design programmes, ensuring information is issued in line with project requirements
Support value engineering initiatives and drive efficient design solutionsRequirements:

Previous experience as a Design Manager within Offsite Construction, Timber Frame, Modular, LGSF, or a related MMC environment
Strong understanding of the design and construction process from concept through to delivery
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders across design, manufacturing, and construction teams
Knowledge of planning processes, building regulations, and statutory approvals
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workload effectively
Willingness to travel to the Midlands and project sites as requiredWhat's on Offer:

Salary of £60,000 – £65,000 depending on experience
Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking business within the offsite construction sector
Varied and challenging projects across the UK
Long-term career progression opportunities
Flexible location with travel as requiredKey Skills: Design Manager, Offsite Construction, Timber Frame, Modular Construction, Light Gauge Steel Framing, LGSF, MMC, Design Coordination, Pre-Construction, Construction Design, Project Delivery, Building Regulations