Design Manager

Design Manager
Location: Plymouth (Office Based)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum DOE + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Design Manager – Main Contractor – Plymouth

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and successful construction contractor based in Plymouth, delivering high-quality projects ranging from £5m to £15m in value. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their established construction team based in their Plymouth office.

Design Manager Role:

* Office-based role working on projects ranging from £5m to £15m in value

* Working alongside a Senior Design Manager, Contracts Manager, and Project Managers within an established construction team

* Reporting into the Head of Operations

* Managing the design process from pre-construction through to completion

* Coordinating design information between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and the site team

* Reviewing and managing design programmes to ensure information is issued in line with construction requirements

* Identifying design risks and ensuring buildability, compliance, and value engineering opportunities are addressed

* Chairing and attending design team meetings, tracking actions and outstanding information

* Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, planning conditions, and relevant industry standards

* Supporting the wider commercial and operational teams with technical design input throughout the project lifecycle

Design Manager Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contracting environment

* Experience managing design on projects in the £5m – £15m range

* Strong technical knowledge across new build and/or refurbishment projects

* Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders

* Degree qualified in a relevant construction, architecture, or engineering discipline (or equivalent industry experience)

* Full UK driving licence

Design Manager Benefits:

* Salary £50,000 – £60,000 per annum, DOE

* Electric car or car allowance

* 30 days holiday plus bank holidays

* 5% pension contribution

* Private healthcare

* The opportunity to join an established, collaborative construction team with a strong project pipeline

* A friendly and supportive office culture — plus plenty of cake!

If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for a new opportunity with a well-established contractor offering excellent benefits and genuine career progression, apply today