Design Manager

Our Client is a specialist commercial refurbishment company known for delivering high-quality projects across London & Kent. They pride themselves on their quality of work and commitment to their customers resulting repeat business and a strong reputation within the industry.

About the Role

As a Design Manager, you'll lead the design delivery on a variety of projects within cut and carve commercial refurbishments with values up to £50m and reporting to the Head of Design. You'll play a key role in strategic design planning, risk management, and programme alignment across multiple project phases.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE CUT & CARVE COMMERCIAL REFURBISHMENT EXPERIENCE.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Lead the full design process from tender to completion

* Provide technical guidance to internal teams and consultants

* Manage consultant appointments and monitor performance

* Chair design and technical meetings with all project stakeholders

* Ensure design intent aligns with client requirements and buildability

* Oversee statutory submissions and manage approval processes

* Lead the resolution of technical issues across the programme

* Mentor and support junior design managers where required

* Input into business development, bids, and early-stage planning

Requirements

* Strong background in design management

* Proven experience leading cut and carve commercial projects

* Deep understanding of construction methodology, buildability, and compliance

* Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams

* Excellent communication and client-facing skills

* Flexible to work across office and project sites in London/Home Counties

Salary : Package up to £90k. Travel to sites can be claimed on expenses.

Contract: Permanent

5 days in the office (Kent or London)